I spend the rest of the afternoon trying to explain to Zoe one of the very saddest notions in love and life: sometimes the timing is wrong--and sometimes you realize the heart of the matter way to late in the game.

Summary

This quote explores the concept of unfortunate timing and the regrets that come with it in both love and life. It suggests that there are moments when the timing is not in our favor, causing us to miss out on opportunities or realize the true significance of something only when it's too late. The narrator spends time trying to explain this painful reality to Zoe, implying that they have experienced this firsthand and are trying to convey its importance to others.

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