Quote by Jodi Picoult

Grief is a curious thing, when it happens unexpectedly. It is a Band-aid being ripped away, taking the top layer off a family. And the underbelly of a household is never pretty, ours no exception.

Grief is a curious thing, when it happens unexpectedly. It i

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This quote highlights the unpredictable nature of grief and its impact on a family. It compares the experience of grief to the painful act of ripping off a Band-aid, which exposes the hidden and often raw emotions beneath the surface. The quote suggests that grief unearths the less pleasant aspects of a family dynamic, making them visible and potentially challenging to navigate. It emphasizes that grief can occur suddenly and disrupt the equilibrium within a household.

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