About Quote by Jennifer Grant
“In my father's later years he asked several times that I remember him the way I knew him. He said that after his death, people would talk. They would say 'things' about him and he wouldn't be there to defend himself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Memoir of a Mother, 2005
He wishes to be remembered for his true self, not for rumors after his death.
In simple terms: Want to be known for who you truly are.
Live authentically.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- obituaries
- personal biographies
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you shape your own legacy?
- What actions reflect your true self?
People may forget intentions and focus on gossip.