Quote by Sherman Alexie

My father was always depressed. When he was home and sober, he was mostly in his room.

My father was always depressed. When he was home and sober,

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This quote depicts the narrator's father as being in a perpetual state of depression. It suggests that their father's behavior is characterized by seclusion, spending most of his time confined to his room when he is present and sober. This portrayal of the father's somber and withdrawn nature emphasizes the profound impact that depression has on his life, possibly highlighting its influence on the family dynamics and their relationships.

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