Quote by Neil Gaiman
I my life as if it were happening to someone else. My son died. And I was hurt, but I my hurt, and even it, a little, for now I could write a death, a loss. My heart was broken by my dark lady, and I wept, in my room, alone; but while I wept, somewhere inside I smiled.

Summary
This quote reflects upon detachment and emotional resilience in the face of personal crisis. The speaker describes an attitude of observing their own life as an outsider, maintaining a sense of distance even during moments of intense pain. Despite experiencing the death of their son and the heartbreak caused by a loved one, they manage to find solace in the ability to describe these experiences through writing. The juxtaposition of hurt and hidden joy reveals a complex emotional state, highlighting the duality of human existence.
By Neil Gaiman