Quote by Red Auerbach

To a father, when a child dies, the future dies; to a child when a parent dies, the past dies.

To a father, when a child dies, the future dies; to a child

Summary

This quote highlights the profound impact of losing a loved one from different perspectives. When a child dies, a father not only mourns the loss of their child but also the hopes, dreams, and possibilities for their future together. On the other hand, when a parent dies, a child not only mourns the loss of their parent but also the loss of their past, the memories, experiences, and guidance shared. The quote emphasizes the irreplaceable connection between parents and children, and the immense grief experienced when that connection is severed.

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By Red Auerbach

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