Quote by Ann Druyan

Ten long trips around the sun since I last saw that smile, but only joy and thankfulness that on a tiny world in the vastness, for a couple of moments in the immensity of time, we were one.

Ten long trips around the sun since I last saw that smile, b

Summary

This quote reflects on the passing of time and the fleeting nature of human connections. The speaker acknowledges that ten years have gone by since witnessing a smile, but instead of lamenting the loss, they express gratitude and happiness for the shared moments they had on a small planet amidst the vastness of the universe. It emphasizes the significance of these brief encounters in an ever-changing and infinite timeline.

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Life Love Memory Loss Appreciation Nostalgia Remember Carl Sagan Ann Druyan

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