Christopher-robin Quote by A.A. Milne
““Then, suddenly again, Christopher Robin, who was still looking at the world, with his chin in his hand, called out "Pooh!" "Yes?" said Pooh. "When I'm--when--Pooh!" "Yes, Christopher Robin?" "I'm not going to do Nothing any more." "Never again?" "Well, not so much. They don't let you." Pooh waited for him to go on, but he was silent again. "Yes, Christopher Robin?" said Pooh helpfully. "Pooh, when I'm--you know--when I'm not doing Nothing, will you come up here sometimes?" "Just me?" "Yes, Pooh." "Will you be here too?" "Yes Pooh, I will be really. I promise I will be Pooh." "That's good," said Pooh. "Pooh, promise you won't forget about me, ever. Not even when I'm a hundred." Pooh thought for a little. "How old shall I be then?" "Ninety-nine." Pooh nodded. "I promise," he said. Still with his eyes on the world Christopher Robin put out a hand and felt Pooh's paw. "Pooh," said Christopher Robin earnestly, "if I--if I'm not quite--" he stopped and tried again-- "Pooh, whatever happens, you will understand, won't you?" "Understand what?" "Oh, nothing." He laughed and jumped to his feet. "Come on!" "Where?" said Pooh. "Anywhere." said Christopher Robin. So, they went off together. But wherever they go, and whatever happens to them on the way, in that enchanted place on the top of the Forest, a little boy and his Bear will always be playing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A. Milne, 1926
Christopher Robin promises to stay connected with Pooh, highlighting enduring friendship despite growing age and change.
In simple terms: Friends stay close even as they grow older.
Cherish lasting bonds.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- childhood play
- adult separation
- caregiving
- reassurance
- legacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain friendships over long distances?
- What does “nothing” symbolize in adult life?
The dialogue is whimsical, so the depth may be lost on readers unfamiliar with the characters.