Children Quote by Berkeley Breathed
“I drew the last image ever of Opus at midnight while Puccini was playing and I got rather stupid. Thirty years. A bit like saying goodbye to a child - which is ironic because I was never, never sentimental about him as many of his fans were.”
About This Quote
Source Comic Strip: “Bloom County”, 1985
Creating a final piece can feel like saying goodbye, even without sentimental attachment.
In simple terms: Farewell to a project can be bittersweet.
Key Takeaway
Embrace closure without forced nostalgia.
Themes
creativity
closure
artistic process
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- finishing a series
- retiring a character
- ending a career
- personal milestones
Key Concepts
nostalgia
finality
artist’s journey
Questions to Reflect On
- What does ending a project mean to you?
- Do you mourn your creations?
A Different Perspective
Overattachment can hinder future work.
