The human animal began as a mere wriggling thing in the ancient seas, struggling out onto land with many regrets. That is what brings us so full of longing to the sea.

Sebastian Barry
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The human animal began as a mere wriggling thing in the ancient seas, struggling out onto land with many regrets. That is what brings us so full of longing to the sea. We’re drawn to the water because we miss our aquatic ancestors and long for their freedom. We reflect all too well on the freedom we once had in the oceans, before we became land-bound and settled down.

Source: The Secret Scripture

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