Normal, in our house, is like a blanket too short for a bed--sometimes it covers you just fine, and other times it leaves you cold and shaking; and worst of all, you never know which of the two it's going to be.
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If you have a sister and she dies, do you stop saying you have one? Or are you always a sister, even when the other half of the equation is gone?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The bond of sisterhood persists even after death; one remains a sister regardless of circumstance.
This quote reflects on the enduring nature of relationships and the identity we hold. It emphasizes that the connections we share with loved ones, such as sisters, do not diminish with loss; instead, they remain a part of our identity and experience, illustrating how love and remembrance continue beyond physical presence.
Themes
SisterLossRelationshipsIdentityLove
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech remembering a loved one at a memorial service.
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