Death Quote by Patti Roberts
““The hands on the clock never faulted, not for a second. One day ended; and a new began. If there was one thing on this earth that could be counted on, it was that. Time never paused to mourn the dead. That particular privilege is allotted to the living. It is for the survivor to mourn, bury the dead, and leave the rest to the earth. That is they way of it – the way of death - and the misery it leaves behind.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown collection, 2005
Time is relentless; the living must endure loss while moving forward.
In simple terms: Time never stops; we must keep living.
Accept loss, keep living.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- funerals
- personal loss
- daily routines
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor the dead while living?
- What rituals help you move forward?
May overlook moments of joy.