--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: And it was so nice to see her again and…" description: "\"“And it was so nice to see her again and have a long talk over old times. Her sister Em was there, too, with such a delicious baby.” “You talk as if it..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/87d/l-m-montgomery-567_old-times_and-it-was-so-nice-to-see-her-again-and_3101514.jpg" --- # And it was so nice to see her again and have a long talk… ![“And it was so nice to see her again and have a long talk over old times. Her sister Em was there, too, with such a delicious baby.” “You talk as if it was something to eat,” grunted Mrs. Gibson. “Babies are common enough.” “Oh, no, babies are never common,” said Anne, bringing a bowl of water for…” quote by L.M. Montgomery](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/87d/l-m-montgomery-567_old-times_and-it-was-so-nice-to-see-her-again-and_3101514.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/87d/l-m-montgomery-567_old-times_and-it-was-so-nice-to-see-her-again-and_3101514.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/87d/l-m-montgomery-567_old-times_and-it-was-so-nice-to-see-her-again-and_3101514.jpg) > ““And it was so nice to see her again and have a long talk over old times. Her sister Em was there, too, with such a delicious baby.” “You talk as if it was something to eat,” grunted Mrs. Gibson. “Babies are common enough.” “Oh, no, babies are never common,” said Anne, bringing a bowl of water for Mrs. Gibson’s roses. “Every one is a miracle.”” [L.M. Montgomery](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/l-m-montgomery/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The dialogue underscores the rarity and wonder of new life, contrasting ordinary perception with deep reverence for each baby as a miracle. **In simple terms:** Babies are seen as miraculous, not common. Key Takeaway Cherish each new life as unique. Themes miracle life appreciation family Mood poetic conversational Type literary philosophical When to use this quote - parenting - hospital visits - birth celebrations - community gatherings Key Concepts existential wonder human connection Questions to Reflect On - How does recognizing miracles affect daily life? - What responsibilities come with valuing each life? 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