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Cape cod Quote by A.S. King

“I bring my hand to my face and pull away tiny pieces of the jagged scab. My face reflects in the rounded airplane window, and I see it is now a tiny Massachusetts, with Cape Cod curling toward my ear. In only a few more days it will be gone. I feel the fresh, smooth parts and marvel at how soft…” quote by A.S. King
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““I bring my hand to my face and pull away tiny pieces of the jagged scab. My face reflects in the rounded airplane window, and I see it is now a tiny Massachusetts, with Cape Cod curling toward my ear. In only a few more days it will be gone. I feel the fresh, smooth parts and marvel at how soft they are. New skin amazes me. New skin is a miracle. It is proof that we can heal.””

A.S. King

About This Quote

Source Essay: “Healing Skin”, 2022

The speaker marvels at the body's ability to regenerate, seeing new skin as evidence of resilience.

In simple terms: New skin shows healing is possible.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and celebrate recovery.

Themes

healing resilience miracle

Mood

hopeful grateful

Type

inspirational reflective

When to use this quote

  • post‑surgery recovery
  • skin care routines
  • emotional healing
  • physical injury

Key Concepts

biology self‑care

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this miracle mean for your own recovery?
  • How can you support others healing healing?
A Different Perspective

Healing can be slow and painful.

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