Quote by Audre Lorde

I remember how being young and black and gay and lonely felt. A lot of it was fine, feeling I had the truth and the light and the key, but a lot of it was purely hell.

I remember how being young and black and gay and lonely felt

Summary

This quote expresses the author's personal recollection of their experiences as a young, black, gay individual who often felt lonely. While some moments were empowering, with a sense of having knowledge, enlightenment, and purpose, there were also instances of immense turmoil and suffering. The quote suggests that their journey encompassed both moments of resilience and moments of intense despair, highlighting the complexity of their lived experience.

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