Quote by Toni Morrison

guileless and without vanity,we were still in love with ourselves then. We felt comfortable in our own skins, enjoyed the news that our senses released to us, admired our dirt, cultivated our scars, and could not comprehend this unworthiness.

guileless and without vanity,we were still in love with ours

Summary

This quote reflects on a time in the past when the speaker and those around them were innocent and free from deceit or self-importance. They were content with who they were and confident in their own bodies. They found beauty and value in their imperfections, both physical and emotional. The notion of worthlessness was incomprehensible, as they embraced and celebrated their individuality and the experiences that shaped them.

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Love Vanity

By Toni Morrison

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