Quote by Lauren Oliver

But for now, the future, like the past, means nothing. For now, there is only a homestead built of trash and scraps, at the edge of a broken city, just beyond a towering city dump; and our arrival-hungry, and half-frozen, to a place of food and water and walls that keep out the brutal winds. This, for us, is heaven.

But for now, the future, like the past, means nothing. For n

Summary

This quote conveys the desperate and dire circumstances faced by the speaker, where the present holds significance while the future and the past seem insignificant. The description highlights a desolate environment, symbolized by a homestead made from discarded materials on the outskirts of a crumbling city and next to a massive garbage dump. The arrival at this place represents a sense of relief and gratitude despite the hardships endured, as it provides basic needs like food, water, and shelter. Despite its harshness, the speaker sees this place as their version of heaven, emphasizing the different perspective and the importance of survival in such challenging circumstances.

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By Lauren Oliver

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