Gratiano Spells Love

Part of Shakespeare’s take on love, as expressed through Gratiano’s speech, is timelessly accurate, lasting even until today. In his words, “All things that are,/ Are with more spirit chaséd than enjoyed.” (II. vi. 13).  Many of us can relate to this statement, even though it was written over 400 years ago. When a new product is released into the market, everyone always wants to get their hands on it. Most are filled with excitement chasing after the product, but when they finally purchase it, it’s not longer as exciting. Simply, you always want what you can’t get,–and chase after it with vigor–but once you have it, the excitement goes away. The same goes for love. You always want someone more when you can’t have them, and once you do, you don’t as much.