..what moved me was that I had found something I didn't think could exist. And that thing - the thing that I found - was very simple. Most people know all about it and have never really doubted it because their lives have been such as to give them a glimpse of the thing that they were not sure about, which is love, of course: the sheer fact of feeling of love for another, of finding the one person - the only person, it seems - who makes the world make sense. It's like discovering the map that you've been looking for all your life and have never been able to find - the map that makes sense of the journey.
In "The Forever Girl," Alexander McCall Smith reflects on the profound impact of love, describing it as a fundamental truth that many people may overlook due to their uncertain experiences. He suggests that love, that deep feeling for another person, is a powerful force that provides clarity and purpose in life. For some, the discovery of this love feels like uncovering a long-sought map that illuminates the path they have been traveling.
This sense of love is not just an abstract concept; it is a tangible reality that can transform one's understanding of life. McCall Smith emphasizes that while many may have encountered love, they often take its significance for granted. The journey toward recognizing this love can be deeply personal, yet it ultimately leads to a shared understanding of belonging and connection that makes the world more comprehensible.
