Quote by Ruth Park

In a still hot morning, the tide went out and didn't come back in. This was not a spectacular event. The sea did not roll up like a scroll, like the sky in Revelations. It quietly withdrew.

In a still hot morning, the tide went out and didn't come ba

Summary

This quote depicts a subtle yet significant occurrence with powerful metaphorical undertones. The absence of a dramatic, apocalyptic event when the tide goes out contrasts with the expectation of a grand phenomenon. It emphasizes that profound shifts can happen without fanfare or attention-grabbing effects. This notion highlights the subtle and often overlooked nature of transformative moments in life, where something significant can quietly recede or change, leaving a lasting impact that may go unnoticed by others.

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By Ruth Park

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