Poem Quote by Jennifer Gooch Hummer
““What’s that?” he asked. “A picture of my mom,” I said, opening his ice-cold hand and putting the frame in it gently. “But Apron,” Chad said. “I can’t see.” “I know. But it’s not for now. It’s for when you get there, so you can find her.” Chad tapped his finger on my mom’s cheek. “Does she look like you?” I thought about it hard enough for Chad to take in another long breath. “A little bit,” I said. “Not quite as pretty?” “Well,” I said. “You’ll have to see for yourself.” Chad raised his eyebrows. “I’ll find her, Apron. I promise. If you promise me something, too.” I nodded, but then remembered he couldn’t see me. “What?” “Don’t stay sad. Remember our poem. What it means. Promise?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown title, possibly contemporary fiction
A child comforts a blind friend by offering a picture of his mother, promising future reunion and emotional support.
In simple terms: A child promises a blind friend a future meeting with his mother.
Key Takeaway
Offer hope and patience to those who cannot yet see.
Themes
friendship
compassion
hope
promise
disability
Mood
hopeful
empathetic
reflective
Type
narrative
emotional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- comforting a blind friend
- making promises to a child
- supporting emotional healing
Key Concepts
empathy
trust
future connection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we support loved ones when we cannot change their circumstances?
- What does promise mean when the outcome is uncertain?
A Different Perspective
The promise may be unrealistic if the friend never regains sight.
