Time Quote by Sarah Addison Allen
““...they all watched Devin run up to meet the other girls. For a moment Kate felt indescribably sad, because she couldn't go with Devin back to her childhood. She could only stand here as an adult as the distance became greater and greater until, finally, there was an ocean between them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen, 2015
A bittersweet realization of growing apart from childhood friends as adulthood creates emotional distance.
In simple terms: Adult life can separate us from our past and friends.
Key Takeaway
Accept change and cherish memories.
Themes
nostalgia
growth
loss
friendship
Mood
melancholy
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- reunion gatherings
- family reunions
- reflecting on past friendships
Key Concepts
identity
time
emotional distance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay connected with friends from your past?
- What can you learn from the distance?
A Different Perspective
Changes may be inevitable, but they can also bring new connections.
