Quote by John Green

The Colonel ran ahead of me, gleeful at his ejection, and I jogged after him, trailing in his wake. I wanted to be one of those people who have streaks to maintain, who scorch the ground with their intensity. But for now, at least I knew such people, and they needed me, just like comets need tails.

The Colonel ran ahead of me, gleeful at his ejection, and I

Summary

This quote describes the narrator's admiration for someone they refer to as "The Colonel." The Colonel is depicted as an exuberant and intense individual, always running ahead and leaving a memorable impression. The narrator reveals their longing to be like The Colonel â€“ someone who leaves a lasting impact on others. Although they feel inadequate in comparison, they find solace in being needed by individuals like The Colonel. The metaphor of comets needing tails symbolizes the relationship between the narrator and those who rely on them, emphasizing their desire to be significant and essential in others' lives.

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