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Doomsday Quote by Scott Nicholson

“DeVontay touched his left eye and wiggled the glass prosthetic. “You got that right. My depth perception is for the birds.” “That wasn’t funny even before Doomsday. Now it’s just sad.” “You didn’t marry me for my wit.” “We’re not married yet, remember. All the priests seem to be either dead or…” quote by Scott Nicholson
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““DeVontay touched his left eye and wiggled the glass prosthetic. “You got that right. My depth perception is for the birds.” “That wasn’t funny even before Doomsday. Now it’s just sad.” “You didn’t marry me for my wit.” “We’re not married yet, remember. All the priests seem to be either dead or Zap.” DeVontay shouldered his M16 and caught up with her so they could walk side by side. He took her slim right hand with his left and gave it a squeeze. “Living in sin is okay with me.” Rachel squinted up at the hidden sun and whatever force, if any, lay””

Scott Nicholson

About This Quote

Source Short story: “The Edge of Tomorrow”, 2021

Human connection and shared vulnerability can arise even in chaotic, dystopian settings, offering moments of intimacy and moral choice.

In simple terms: Even in crisis, people find love and moral decisions.

Key Takeaway

Seek compassion and honesty amid turmoil.

Themes

love morality survival humanity

Mood

somber hopeful introspective

Type

fiction philosophical

When to use this quote

  • war zones
  • post‑apocalyptic travel
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

ethics psychology dystopia

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities do individuals have in chaotic societies?
  • How can love survive extreme stress?
A Different Perspective

Romanticizing hardship can ignore broader suffering.

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