Do you remember when you told me that my scar was a part…
““Do you remember when you told me that my scar was a part of me and that it mattered?” I ask. He nods reluctantly. “It’s the same thing with your mom. She’s a part of you. And even if you’re angry or ripped up inside, you’ve got to understand that once she’s gone you won’t be able to go back. Not ever. All we get are moments, Cole. One at a time, like heartbeats. Once one of them is gone, that’s it. No do-overs. No repeats. Every moment possesses its own kind of magic and what we do with it counts. It counts.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Moments are unique and irreversible; appreciating each is essential as we cannot repeat them.
In simple terms: Each moment is unique and cannot be repeated.
Live fully in each moment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief
- daily life
- relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor fleeting moments?
Some may find this view overwhelming.