Quote by Anne Sexton

Death's in the good-bye.

Death's in the good-bye.

Summary

This quote suggests that the occurrence of death is closely intertwined with the act of saying goodbye. It highlights the emotional weight and finality associated with bidding farewell to someone or something. Each goodbye can symbolize an end or separation, akin to a small death or loss. Whether it refers to parting ways with a loved one or the end of a chapter in life, this quote encapsulates the bittersweet nature of goodbyes and how they inevitably evoke thoughts and feelings associated with mortality.

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