Quote by Leonard Cohen

Children show scars like medals. Lovers use them as secrets to reveal. A scar is what happens when the word is made flesh.

Children show scars like medals. Lovers use them as secrets

Summary

This quote emphasizes the ways in which scars hold significance in different relationships. With children, scars are like badges of honor, denoting their resilience and adventurous spirit. Lovers view scars as intimate personal stories that they can share with each other, revealing vulnerabilities and creating deeper connections. The quote suggests that scars are physical manifestations of experiences and emotions, representing the convergence of words and actions in a profound manner.

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