I made a wish on this tree years ago," Marco says. "What did you wish for?" Bailey asks. Marco leans forward and whispers in Bailey's ear. "I wished for her.
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I worry hope will crush me, the way love has so many times before. Are they so different, hope and love? O & E in the same place, half of the other in each word. Both swimming in unknowns. I’ve been through the big changes. These ones should seem easier in comparison, I should be more prepared, but they don’t and I’m not. Sometimes I feel like a broken-wing butterfly, clinging to a window screen. Afraid to let go. Afraid to stay. Wondering how much wing is enough to fly.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the vulnerability and fear associated with hope and love, highlighting their interconnectedness and the struggle with change.
Erin Morgenstern's quote conveys the complex emotions surrounding hope and love, suggesting that they are intertwined and often lead to pain and uncertainty. The imagery of a 'broken-wing butterfly' symbolizes the fear of embracing change, feeling inadequate to break free, and the struggle of balancing the desire to take risks against the inherent fear of failure. This deep emotional reflection resonates with anyone who has faced the challenges of hope and love, illustrating the delicate balance between courage and fear.
Themes
HopeLoveChangeFearVulnerability
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming personal struggles.
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