Helen SimonsonWar does have a way of interfering with one's most closely held desires.
About This Quote
War does have a way of interfering with one's most closely held desires. This is a reminder that life can sometimes be unpredictable, and it's important to be prepared for any outcome. Also, there is no guarantee that the outcome will be what we desire, but we should still try our hardest to achieve it.
Source: The Summer Before The War
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