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“Is that your lesson?” she asked him. “I’m sorry to hear that, because you always said just the opposite. Love what you have while you have it, before it’s gone. Isn’t that what you were always trying to tell me?” Her damp eyes glimmered.” quote by Tananarive Due
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““Is that your lesson?” she asked him. “I’m sorry to hear that, because you always said just the opposite. Love what you have while you have it, before it’s gone. Isn’t that what you were always trying to tell me?” Her damp eyes glimmered.””

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About This Quote

The speaker urges appreciation of current love, warning that neglect leads to loss, highlighting contradictions in advice.

In simple terms: Appreciate love while you have it.

Key Takeaway

Value love before it’s gone.

Themes

love impermanence contradiction reflection

Mood

thoughtful cautionary emotional

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal growth
  • emotional awareness
  • letting go

Key Concepts

mindfulness acceptance impermanence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What love are you taking for granted?
  • How can you act on this warning?
A Different Perspective

People may ignore advice even when it’s sound.

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