Quote by Catherynne M. Valente

It is harder, usually, to find a person who wants to walk the streets of me, to taste the teas of my country, to... immigrate, you could say.

It is harder, usually, to find a person who wants to walk th

Summary

This quote suggests that it is more challenging to find someone who is willing to fully embrace and understand a different culture and country. The metaphor of walking the streets and tasting the teas of a foreign land signifies immersing oneself in a new experience and embracing the unfamiliar. It implies that true exploration and immigration involve a genuine desire to learn, adapt, and integrate into a new culture. It highlights the difficulty of finding individuals who are open-minded and willing to fully engage with the customs and traditions of a different country.

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By Catherynne M. Valente

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