Quote by Virginia Woolf

I meant to write about death, only life came breaking in as usual

I meant to write about death, only life came breaking in as

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker intended to reflect on the topic of death, but life's everyday experiences and occurrences interrupted their reflections. It implies that death, a heavy and profound subject, is often overshadowed by the routines and demands of daily living. Despite their intention to contemplate mortality, the distractions and busyness of life prevent the speaker from fully engaging in thoughts and discussions on death. The quote highlights the interconnectedness of life and death, how one can easily supersede the other despite our aspirations.

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Optimism

By Virginia Woolf

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