Quote by Julia Ward Howe

I know not why there is such a melancholy feeling attached to the remembrance of past happiness, except that we fear that the future can have nothing so bright as the past.

I know not why there is such a melancholy feeling attached t

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This quote suggests that the uneasiness associated with recalling past happiness stems from the fear that the future may never offer anything as wonderful. It highlights the tendency for humans to become attached to moments of bliss and to be uncertain if such happiness can be duplicated in the years to come. The quote reflects the bittersweet feelings that arise when reminiscing about the past, mingling fond memories with apprehension for what lies ahead.

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