Quote by Susan Orlean

When my son was born, and after a day of lying-in I was told that I could leave the hospital and take him home, I burst into tears. It wasn't the emotion of the moment: it was shock and horror.

When my son was born, and after a day of lying-in I was told

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The quote suggests that the person experienced an unexpected and overwhelming reaction upon being told they could take their newborn son home from the hospital. Instead of the expected joy or happiness, the person feels shock and horror. The quote implies that perhaps the reality or responsibility of parenthood hit the individual with a sudden intensity, leading to a strong emotional response. It demonstrates how different people may react in unique and unanticipated ways to significant life events.

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