Quote by Charles Dickens

There was a long hard time when I kept far from me the remembrance of what I had thrown away when I was quite ignorant of its worth.

There was a long hard time when I kept far from me the remem

Summary

This quote reflects the regret one feels for disregarding or undervaluing something significant when they were oblivious to its true importance. The speaker admits to having distanced themselves from the memory of what they let go, acknowledging the period of ignorance regarding its value. It illustrates the realization that it took time and experience to truly understand the worth of what was lost, underscoring the importance of appreciating and cherishing what one possesses.

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