Quote by Orson Scott Card

She never seemed to get near the edge. She lived on other people's edges. And when they fell off, she'd admire how pretty they looked as they fell.

She never seemed to get near the edge. She lived on other pe

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This quote describes someone who consistently avoids taking risks or pushing their own boundaries. Instead, they prefer to observe others as they dare to go to the edge of their comfort zones or attempt new adventures. This person finds beauty in watching others embrace the thrill of taking risks, but they themselves never fully participate in that experience. It implies a certain level of detachment and perhaps even a fear of the unknown that prevents them from fully experiencing life.

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