The narrator reflects on their mother's past with romantic relationships, acknowledging that these experiences might lead one to be cynical about love. Despite this, there remains a yearning within them to understand the deep connection that comes from being someone's priority in a relationship.
This desire highlights a universal longing for intimacy and belonging. The narrator contemplates the feeling of incompleteness when separated from a loved one, suggesting a profound need for emotional connection that transcends their mother's experiences.