Quote by Samuel Beckett

I happened to look up and there it was. All over and done with, at last. I sat on for a few moments with the ball in my hand and the dog yelping and pawing at me. (Pause.) Moments. Her moments, my moments (Pause.) The dog's moments.

I happened to look up and there it was. All over and done wi

Summary

This quote describes a moment of realization or revelation. The speaker suddenly becomes aware that something has ended or been resolved. They pause to reflect on this realization, acknowledging that time consists of a series of individual moments for different beings, including themselves and the dog. The quote suggests a sense of closure and a brief meditation on the passage of time and the shared experiences of different creatures.

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By Samuel Beckett

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