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Boardwalks Quote by Mark Richard

“That's the real excellent scary part, that feeling, and that feeling won't come if the lady from next door is there and your mom won't ride the ride, because what brings on that feeling most is when your mom rides wedged in tight with you and your brother on nights like this, when your mom will…” quote by Mark Richard
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“That's the real excellent scary part, that feeling, and that feeling won't come if the lady from next door is there and your mom won't ride the ride, because what brings on that feeling most is when your mom rides wedged in tight with you and your brother on nights like this, when your mom will scream the excellent scream, the scream that people you see in snatches on the boardwalk stop and stare for, the scream that stops the ride next door, the scream that tells us to our hearts the bolts have finally broken.”

Mark Richard

About This Quote

Intense emotional moments arise from shared family experiences that break personal barriers.

In simple terms: Family moments trigger strong emotions.

Key Takeaway

Embrace shared experiences.

Themes

family emotion memory

Mood

nostalgic intense

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • rituals
  • stressful events

Key Concepts

psychology shared trauma

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do family dynamics shape your emotions?
  • When do you feel most alive?
A Different Perspective

Intense feelings can be fleeting and context‑dependent.

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