Band Quote by Kim Edwards
“Norah looked at her son’s tiny face, surprised, as always, by his name. he had not grown into it yet, he still wore it like a wrist band, something that might easily slip off and disappear. She had read about people – where? she could not remember this either – who refused to name their children for several weeks, feeling them to be not yet of the earth, suspended still between two worlds.”
About This Quote
A mother reflects on her son's name, feeling its weight and the delicate identity it carries.
In simple terms: She contemplates the significance of a name.
Key Takeaway
Consider how names shape identity.
Themes
identity
family
growth
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- naming a child
- cultural naming practices
- identity formation
- parental bonding
Key Concepts
psychology
linguistics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a name influence self‑perception?
- Can a name be changed without loss?
A Different Perspective
Names may not fully define a person.
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