Quote by Orson Scott Card

We're not a family. We're the opposite of a family. We're people so lonely that when we're together we make a black hole of loneliness and everything else gets sucked down into it and is never seen again.

We're not a family. We're the opposite of a family. We're pe

Summary

This quote suggests that the group or individuals being referred to lack a sense of belonging and connection, emphasizing their deep-rooted loneliness. By stating that they are the opposite of a family, it implies the absence of support, unity, and love typically associated with family dynamics. The description of their togetherness as a "black hole of loneliness" further emphasizes the intense and isolating nature of their gatherings, suggesting that any positive experiences or relationships they may encounter are inevitably overwhelmed by this all-encompassing solitude.

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By Orson Scott Card

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