Effie and Lewis are still drawn to each other after years apart. Why do you suppose this is? In your own experience, is first love stronger than more mature love?
Interesting question. I think some of us like the idea of “first love” for its nostalgia and the return to our youth. Mature live comes with time and growth. I think a first love can grown into a mature love - though that’s rare in my estimation. For Effie though there is a unique bond with Lewis that might make their love grow and mature.
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I met my husband when we were 13. We were drawn to each other as friends for 10 years before we both realized we were in love. We had a very happy fulfilling marriage for 59 years before he passed away earlier this year. Effie had the added attraction of someone she knew she could trust.
I think a first love is very special! It took me a long time to get over it. I still look back on it with a smile. Funny thing was when he wanted to get back together I had met my current husband and moved on!