Quote by Jackson Browne

I told my father I wanted to play the banjo, and so he saved the money and got ready to give me a banjo for my next birthday, and between that time and my birthday, I lost interest in the banjo and was playing guitar.

I told my father I wanted to play the banjo, and so he saved

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of our interests and passions to change and evolve over time. It reflects the dynamic nature of human desires and how our preferences can shift unexpectedly. In this case, the person initially expressed a desire to play the banjo but lost interest and ended up playing the guitar instead. It serves as a reminder that our aspirations can fluctuate, and it is normal for our passions to transform as we grow and explore different avenues of expression.

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