Quote by Lynn Johnston

I've had some tremendous adventures, good and bad. It's part of the novel, and a novel isn't interesting if it doesn't have some good and bad. And you don't know what good is if bad hasn't been a part of your life.

I've had some tremendous adventures, good and bad. It's part

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of experiencing both positive and negative moments in life. The speaker suggests that a fulfilling story, or "novel," includes a variety of adventures, both good and bad. They argue that the presence of hardships enhances the value of joyful experiences. Furthermore, they suggest that one's understanding of goodness could only be grasped through the juxtaposition of the bad. Ultimately, the quote implies that a life without both the ups and downs would lack depth and meaning.

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By Lynn Johnston

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