Geoff RymanEverything, no matter how beautiful, is only with us for awhile.
About This Quote
This quote is a reminder that all beauty fades. No matter how good something is, it won’t be around forever. People don’t often put this idea into practice because it can be quite depressing. All the things we care about will eventually fade away. But by remembering this, we can stay grounded in our lives and not get too wrapped up in the things we love the most.
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