Quote by Neil Gaiman

I think... I would rather recollect a life misspent on fragile things than spent avoiding moral debt

I think... I would rather recollect a life misspent on fragi

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker would prefer to have lived a life indulging in temporary pleasures and materialistic pursuits rather than constantly avoiding moral obligations or responsibilities. It implies that they value the experience of enjoying fleeting and fragile moments, even if they may be considered wasteful or meaningless in the long run, rather than leading a life focused only on preserving a clean moral record. It highlights a preference for embracing the imperfect and imperfectly-lived moments of life over the burden of upholding moral standards.

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By Neil Gaiman

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