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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…” quote by Patti Roberts
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““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.””

Patti Roberts

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.

Key Takeaway

Accept loss, keep living.

Themes

mortality resilience time

Mood

somber reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • funerals
  • personal loss
  • daily routines

Key Concepts

impermanence grief processing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you honor the dead while living?
  • What rituals help you move forward?
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