Quote by Francine Prose

I remember, when I was a little kid, I was good at sports, and I could jump off the high board. And then puberty hit, and suddenly I was looking to boys for direction. I remember that as a great loss.

I remember, when I was a little kid, I was good at sports, a

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This quote reflects the speaker's recollection of their personal development and the societal pressures they encountered during their transition from childhood to adolescence. The speaker focuses on the changes they experienced during puberty, particularly relating to their interests and the shift towards seeking validation from the opposite gender. The quote portrays this shift as a loss, highlighting the speaker's longing for the innocence and independence they once possessed before societal expectations influenced their decisions.

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