Long ago Quote by Sarah Dessen
““I'd wanted a real kiss, something to remember, but i'd long ago learned not to be picky with farewells. They weren't guaranteed or promised.You were lucky, more than blessed, if you got a goodbye at all.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen, 2009
A longing for a memorable, sincere goodbye is contrasted with the reality that farewells are often uncertain and unpromised.
In simple terms: Wishing for a meaningful goodbye but farewells are rarely guaranteed.
Key Takeaway
Cherish moments while they last.
Themes
love
loss
memory
expectation
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
bittersweet
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- family partings
- friendship endings
- life transitions
Key Concepts
human connection
impermanence
emotional longing
Questions to Reflect On
- What does a memorable goodbye mean to you?
- How do you cope with uncertain farewells?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone experiences a heartfelt goodbye; some partings are abrupt.
