Baby Quote by Thi Bui
““Má leaves me but I'm not alone, and a terrifying thought creeps into my head. Family is now something I have created and not just something I was born into.””
About This Quote
Source Graphic Novel: The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui, 2017
Family is no longer only inherited; it can be intentionally created, yet this autonomy brings a lingering fear of isolation and responsibility.
In simple terms: Family can be chosen, but that choice can feel scary.
Embrace chosen connections while confronting fear of solitude.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- adopting new family members
- building community
- navigating personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance independence with belonging?
- What steps help turn chosen bonds into lasting support?
The statement may romanticize chosen families without addressing practical challenges of building them.