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Friends Quote by Steven Erikson

“Braven Tooth, you remember the last time I played-' 'That was the last time?' 'It was, and there's been a lot who've fallen since then. Friends. People we grew to love, and now miss, like holes in the heart.' He drew a deep breath, then continued, 'It's been waiting, inside, for a long time. So…” quote by Steven Erikson
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““Braven Tooth, you remember the last time I played-' 'That was the last time?' 'It was, and there's been a lot who've fallen since then. Friends. People we grew to love, and now miss, like holes in the heart.' He drew a deep breath, then continued, 'It's been waiting, inside, for a long time. So, my old, old friends, let's hear some names.””

Steven Erikson

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Kharkanas Trilogy, 2015

Friends lost over time leave emotional voids; remembering them can be a painful yet necessary process of honoring their impact.

In simple terms: Remembering lost friends creates pain and healing.

Key Takeaway

Honor memories while moving forward.

Themes

loss memory healing

Mood

somber reflective

Type

narrative emotional

When to use this quote

  • memorial services
  • personal journaling
  • support groups
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

grief nostalgia legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What names do you carry?
  • How does remembering aid healing?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize grief.

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