Quote by John Edgar Wideman

One of the earliest lessons I learned as a child was that if you looked away from something, it might not be there when you looked back.

One of the earliest lessons I learned as a child was that if

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This quote suggests that the speaker learned at a young age the importance of paying attention and being fully present in the moment. It indicates that by diverting one's gaze or losing focus, there is a risk of missing out on something or losing opportunities. It can be seen as a lesson in mindfulness and the need to stay engaged with the world to avoid potential regrets or missed experiences.

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