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Children Quote by Marie-Helene Bertino

“In the jaundiced light of a streetlamp, Sarina realizes why people have children: to see the face of the one they love at the ages they’ve missed...” quote by Marie-Helene Bertino
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““In the jaundiced light of a streetlamp, Sarina realizes why people have children: to see the face of the one they love at the ages they’ve missed...””

Marie-Helene Bertino

About This Quote

Source Short story: “The Children’s Book” (2020)

A mother sees that children fill the void of missed moments, offering love across time.

In simple terms: Children help heal missed moments.

Key Takeaway

Cherish time with loved ones.

Themes

family love time regret

Mood

reflective bittersweet

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • parental reflection
  • memory sharing
  • celebrating milestones

Key Concepts

psychology nostalgia parenthood

Questions to Reflect On

  • What moments are you missing?
  • How can you create new memories now?
A Different Perspective

Missing moments can cause lingering sorrow.

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