Quote by John Thorn

I think that much of this was running in background as I contemplated whether or not to attend the PS 99 reunion, although I certainly anticipated that I would not it smelled like death, not youth.

I think that much of this was running in background as I con

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In this quote, the speaker reflects on their hesitance to attend the PS 99 reunion. The mention of "smelling like death, not youth" indicates a feeling of nostalgia and the realization that attending the reunion would not bring back the same youthful joy and excitement. They are likely conflicted about attending, as they acknowledge that time has passed and things have changed, potentially leaving them feeling a sense of loss or confrontation with their own mortality.

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