Quote by Jodi Picoult

I always hated when my scars started to fade, because as long as I could still see them, I knew why I was hurting.

I always hated when my scars started to fade, because as lon

Summary

This quote highlights the unique perspective of the speaker towards their scars. Rather than wishing for them to disappear like most people, they actually feel comfort in the visible reminders of their pain. The fading of their scars signifies the gradual healing and moving on, which can be a struggle for them to accept. The scars serve as a tangible memory, reminding them of the reasons behind their hurt, and losing them feels like losing that underlying understanding of their pain.

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Pain

By Jodi Picoult

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