Barely Quote by Walter Dean Myers
“From my foster parents, the Deans, I received the love that was ultimately to strengthen me, even when I had forgotten its source. It was my foster mother, a half-Indian, half-German woman, who taught me to read, though she herself was barely literate. I remember her reading to me every day from 'True Romance' magazine.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Youngest Marcher by Walter Dean Myers, 2018
Love from caregivers can empower us even when we forget its origin, and teaching can arise from unexpected sources.
In simple terms: Caregivers' love fuels growth despite forgetting its source.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor those who shaped you.
Themes
love
mentorship
resilience
identity
education
Mood
grateful
reflective
hopeful
Type
narrative
inspirational
personal
When to use this quote
- overcoming adversity
- learning to read
- building self‑esteem
Key Concepts
intergenerational support
literacy
cultural heritage
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Who gave you unexpected support?
- How can you pay that love forward?
A Different Perspective
Even when we forget, the impact remains, but we may undervalue it.
