Valentine Flashcards
“Not a red rose or a satin heart”
Not- rejecting typical symbols of love
“It promises light”
It will give joy - ‘light’
“Blind you with tears like a lover”
Simile, just as an onion can make you cry so can a lover. ‘Blind’ - love is blind.
“Wobbling photo of grief”
Love is fragile. ‘Grief’ there can be a long lasting pain after.
“Not a cute card or a kissogram”
Repetition of ‘not’. Rejecting more stereotypes of symbols of love.
“Fierce kiss”
Contrast- ‘fierce’ angry / strong. ‘Kiss’ gentle.
“Possessive and faithful”
Contrast- ‘possessive’ controlling. ‘Faithful’ trusting / devoted.
“Platinum loops”
Like an onion has these it refers to a wedding ring.
“Lethal”
Love can turn violent.
“Cling to your fingers”
Just as a ring does so does the scent of an onion.