Quote by C.S. Lewis, Letters to an Americ

As for wrinkles--Pshaw! Why shouldn't we have wrinkles? Honorable insignia of long service in this warfare.

As for wrinkles--Pshaw! Why shouldn't we have wrinkles? Hono

Summary

This quote suggests that wrinkles should be embraced and valued as a symbol of experience and resilience. The speaker dismisses any negative connotations associated with wrinkles and instead views them as a respectable marker of having endured the hardships of life. By referring to wrinkles as "honorable insignia," the quote challenges societal norms that often perceive wrinkles as undesirable signs of aging, urging individuals to appreciate and embrace the traces left by their life's battles.

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By C.S. Lewis, Letters to an Americ

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