Quote by Stone Gossard

And I remember as a second or third grader having some autonomy to go to the store if I felt like it, walk home, take my time, kick the can. We were on our own schedule after school, so that was cool.

And I remember as a second or third grader having some auton

Summary

This quote highlights the cherished freedom and sense of independence that the speaker experienced as a young child. It conveys a nostalgic memory of being trusted to make simple decisions, such as going to the store alone and enjoying unstructured playtime with friends. The reference to having their own schedule after school suggests a lack of strict supervision and the luxury of being able to take their time in daily activities. Overall, the quote reflects the joy of childhood independence and a time when life felt carefree and unburdened by adult responsibilities.

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