Something inexorable seeds itself in the place of your origin. You can never escape the bonds of family history, no matter how far you travel.

Christina Baker Kline
About This Quote

A person’s family history can be both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, it can provide stability and comfort. On the other hand, you might feel like you’re trapped in the past even if you’re trying your hardest to escape it. This quote can help us to understand that there are things that define us that we cannot escape no matter how hard we try.

Source: A Piece Of The World

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