Quote by Joyce Carol Oates

When you're 50 you start thinking about things you haven't thought about before. I used to think getting old was about vanity -- but actually it's about losing people you love. Getting wrinkles is trivial.

When you're 50 you start thinking about things you haven't t

Summary

This quote reflects the change in perspective that often comes with age. It suggests that as one reaches a certain point in life, priorities shift and the importance of superficial concerns, like vanity and physical appearance, diminishes. The quote highlights how the true significance of aging lies in the profound impact of losing loved ones and the consequent realization that things like wrinkles and external beauty become trivial in comparison.

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By Joyce Carol Oates

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