Ability Quote by Joyce Maynard
“I'd known enough flush times and lean ones to understand that money came and went. And that one day I'd also lose my looks, my seemingly boundless energy and maybe the ability to catch the eye of an attractive man and the audacity to Rollerblade. My name would be forgotten. So would bad reviews, and good ones. But loving a child is something that lasts. Long after all the rest is gone, that's what endures.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last Summer, Joyce Maynard, 2005
Physical attributes fade, but love for a child endures beyond fame and appearance.
In simple terms: Love for a child lasts.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize lasting relationships over fleeting success.
Themes
love
legacy
impermanence
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
philosophical
emotional
When to use this quote
- parenting
- career
- self‑esteem
Key Concepts
humanism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly gives life meaning?
- How do you balance personal ambition with lasting love?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on legacy can neglect present joy.
