In the future, when something comes up, you tell exactly how it happened but write down for yourself the way you think it should have happened. Tell the truth and write the story. Then you won't get mixed up. It was the best advice Francie every got.

Betty Smith
About This Quote

This quote is most likely an autobiography of Francie. When thinking about something that has happened in the past, it is important to be able to reflect on it and see what you did wrong. It is okay to make mistakes; however, the key is to learn from them. This advice is very useful when writing a story or brainstorming for a article article.

Source: A Tree Grows In Brooklyn

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