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Amazing man Quote by Colleen Hoover

“I’ve had a lot of sucks in life A lot My parents died almost four years ago, right after I turned seven With every day that goes by I remember them less and less Like my mom…I remember that she used to sing. She was always happy, always dancing. Other than what I’ve seen of her in pictures, I…” quote by Colleen Hoover
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““I’ve had a lot of sucks in life A lot My parents died almost four years ago, right after I turned seven With every day that goes by I remember them less and less Like my mom…I remember that she used to sing. She was always happy, always dancing. Other than what I’ve seen of her in pictures, I don’t really remember what she looks like. Or what she smells like Or what she sounds like And my Dad I remember more things about him, but only because I thought he was the most amazing man in the world. He was smart. He knew the answer to everything. And he was strong. And he played the guitar. I used to love lying in bed at night, listening to the music coming from the living room. I miss that the most. His music. After they died, I went to live with my grandma and grandpaul. Don’t get me wrong…I love my grandparents. But I loved my home even more. It reminded me of them. Of my mom and dad. My brother had just started college the year they died. He knew how much I wanted to be home. He knew how much it meant to me, so he made it happen. I was only seven at the time, so I let him do it. I let him give up his entire life just so I could be home. Just so I wouldn’t be so sad. If I could do it all over again, I would have never let him take me. He deserved a shot, too. A shot at being young. But sometimes when you’re seven, the world isn’t in 3-D. So, I owe a lot to my brother. A lot of ‘thank you’d’ A lot of ‘I’m sorry’s’ A lot of ‘I love you’s’ I owe a lot to you, Will For making the sucks in my life a little less suckier And my sweet? My sweet is right now.””

Colleen Hoover

About This Quote

Source Novel: It Ends With Us, 2016

The narrator reflects on loss, memory, and the deep gratitude toward a brother who sacrificed his own life to provide a sense of home during childhood trauma.

In simple terms: I remember my parents’ death and how my brother gave up his life for me, making me feel loved.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate those who support you and honor their sacrifices.

Themes

grief family gratitude

Mood

nostalgic hopeful

Type

reflective emotional

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • therapy sessions
  • memorials
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

memory sacrifice attachment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do to honor your brother without neglecting your own needs?
  • How can you create a supportive home now?
A Different Perspective

The narrative may romanticize self‑sacrifice, overlooking healthy boundaries.

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