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Dream Quote by Tom Waits

“Their memory's like a train: you can see it getting smaller as it pulls away And the things you can't remember Tell the things you can't forget that History puts a saint in every dream.” quote by Tom Waits
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“Their memory's like a train: you can see it getting smaller as it pulls away And the things you can't remember Tell the things you can't forget that History puts a saint in every dream.”

Tom Waits

About This Quote

Source Song: "The Train" by Tom Waits, 1992

Memory fades like a train pulling away, leaving some things forgotten and others unforgettable, shaping dreams with saintly images.

In simple terms: Memory erodes but some images stay.

Key Takeaway

Cherish vivid memories.

Themes

memory time dreams

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • creative writing
  • therapy

Key Concepts

nostalgia psychology poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What memories linger despite time?
  • How do forgotten details shape our dreams?
A Different Perspective

Not all memories are equally vivid.

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