I have never infected anybody, and it's too late for the…
““I have never infected anybody, and it's too late for the head people to do anything about me now. Gay is good. Gay is proud. Well, yes, I suppose. If I had been given a choice (but who is?), I would prefer to have been straight. But then, would I rather not have been me? Oh, I think not, not this morning anyway. It is a very clear day in late December, and the sun is shining on the pine trees outside my studio. The air is extraordinary clear, and the sky is the colour it gets only at this time of year, dark, almost navy-blue. On such a day I would not choose to be anyone else or any place else.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker reflects on identity, choice, and acceptance, noting the impossibility of changing one's nature and finding peace in the present moment.
In simple terms: Identity cannot be changed; accept yourself now.
Key Takeaway
Embrace who you are today.
Themes
identity
acceptance
self‑reflection
Mood
reflective
calm
hopeful
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal introspection
- mental health
- creative work
- daily life
- seasonal reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
sexuality
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal truth with external expectations?
- What does this day symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective
Even if you accept yourself, societal pressures may persist.