Quote by Charles Dickens
There was a long hard time when I kept far from me, the remembrance of what I had thrown away when I was quite ignorant of its worth. But, since my duty has not been incompatible with the admission of that remembrance, I have given it a place in my heart.

Summary
This quote reflects the personal growth and reflection of the speaker. Initially ignorant of the true value of something they discarded, they experienced a period of distance and regret. However, as they began to understand the importance of what they lost, they found a way to integrate this memory into their heart. It suggests that the speaker has come to appreciate the significance of their past actions and has learned from their mistakes.