Quote by John Steinbeck

Lord, how the day passes! It is like a life, so quickly when we don't watch it, and so slowly if we do.

Lord, how the day passes! It is like a life, so quickly when

Summary

This quote expresses the paradoxical nature of time. It highlights the fact that time seems to fly by when we are not paying attention to it, unaware of its passing. On the contrary, when we actively observe and monitor the passing hours, time appears to crawl, seemingly taking forever. This reflection hints at the subjectivity of our perception of time, reminding us to cherish each moment and be mindful of how we spend our days.

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