Quote by John Green

I pulled the oxygen tubes from my nostrils and raised the tube up over my head, handing it to Dad. I wanted it to be just me and just him.

I pulled the oxygen tubes from my nostrils and raised the tu

Summary

This quote illustrates the speaker's desire for an intimate and personal moment with their father. By removing the oxygen tube and handing it to their dad, they symbolically prioritize emotional connection over physical necessity. This gesture embodies the speaker's yearning for a genuine and vulnerable interaction that transcends external circumstances, emphasizing the importance of shared time and presence between loved ones.

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John Green The Fault In Our Stars

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