Quote by Muriel Barbery

Thinking back on it, this evening, with my heart and my stomach all like jelly, I have finally concluded, maybe that's what life life is about: there's a lot of despair, but also the odd moment of beauty, where time is no longer the same. It's as if those strains of music created a sort of interlude in time, something suspended, an elsewhere that had come to us, an always within never.Yes, that's it, an always within never.

Thinking back on it, this evening, with my heart and my stom

Summary

This quote reflects on the fleeting nature of life, emphasizing the presence of both despair and beauty. The speaker suggests that amidst moments of sadness, there are also extraordinary instances where time seems to stand still. The strains of music described in the quote provide a metaphorical escape from the hardships of life, creating a suspended state of blissful existence. The phrase "an always within never" conveys the idea of finding eternal moments of happiness within the transience of life. Ultimately, the quote highlights the significance of cherishing and seeking out these extraordinary moments amidst the challenges of life.

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Life Time Never Always

By Muriel Barbery

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