Quote by Pierre Loti

I am sure that the sad days and happenings were rare, and that I lived the joyous and careless life of other children but just because the happy days were so habitual to me they made no impression upon my mind, and I can no longer recall them.

I am sure that the sad days and happenings were rare, and th

Summary

This quote reflects the fleeting nature of happiness in the protagonist's childhood. While the speaker acknowledges that they likely experienced many joyful moments, they have trouble remembering or recalling them due to their frequency. The quote suggests that sadness and difficult times might stand out more vividly in one's memory, overshadowing the happy and carefree experiences that were once taken for granted.

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