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“Each morning, before Jackie started her studies, she wrote on a clean piece of paper: Tarde venientibus ossa. To the latecomers are left the bones.” quote by Junot Diaz
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“Each morning, before Jackie started her studies, she wrote on a clean piece of paper: Tarde venientibus ossa. To the latecomers are left the bones.”

Junot Diaz

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, 2007

Uses Latin phrase to remind that tardiness leaves only remnants for others

In simple terms: Latecomers miss out, leaving nothing behind

Key Takeaway

Be punctual to avoid missing out

Themes

time management punctuality consequences

Mood

reflective pragmatic

Type

literary motivational

When to use this quote

  • school deadlines
  • work meetings
  • social events

Key Concepts

Latin proverb cultural reference

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does punctuality affect your relationships?
  • What strategies help you stay on time?
A Different Perspective

Life can be unpredictable, making punctuality challenging

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