Quote by Sue Monk Kidd

It shocks me how I wish for...what is lost and cannot come back.

It shocks me how I wish for...what is lost and cannot come b

Summary

This quote reflects the deep longing and regret felt by the speaker for something that is now gone and can never be regained. It emphasizes the effect of nostalgia and the intense desire for what is no longer attainable. The speaker expresses disbelief at their own strong yearning, highlighting the emotional impact and the difficulty in accepting the reality of loss.

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Life Nostalgia

By Sue Monk Kidd

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