Quote by Victoria Moran

When you can see your life in retrospect, the romanticism of how good things once were gives way to the reality that positives and negatives comprise every day and every decade. (235)

When you can see your life in retrospect, the romanticism of

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that when we reflect on our lives, we often romanticize the past and remember only the good times. However, upon deeper reflection, we realize that both positive and negative experiences are a part of every day and decade. It reminds us that life is a mixture of ups and downs, and that it is important to acknowledge and appreciate both the good and the bad in order to gain a more balanced perspective of our journey.

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By Victoria Moran

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