Birth parents Quote by Philippa Gregory
““Like almost all girls I don't know the date of my birth: my parents did not trouble to record the day and the time. I only know the year and the season, and I only know the season because my mother had a great desire for asparagus when she was carrying me and swears that she ate it too green and her bellyache brought on my birth.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Other Boleyn Girl, 2001
A child's birth date is unknown, remembered only by seasonal cues and a mother's craving for asparagus.
In simple terms: Birth known by season, not exact date.
Key Takeaway
Cherish unique personal histories.
Themes
family
memory
identity
Mood
nostalgic
intimate
Type
literary
historical
When to use this quote
- family storytelling
- genealogy research
- personal memoirs
- cultural festivals
Key Concepts
Narrative identity
cultural memory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you remember your origins?
- What sensory details define your memories?
A Different Perspective
Lack of precise records can obscure lineage.
