'I am old, Peter. I am ever so much more than twenty. I grew up long ago.' 'You promised not to!' 'I couldn't help it. I am a married woman, Peter.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Growing up involves breaking promises to remain forever young or carefree.
- In plain terms
- I am older now despite promising not to be.
- What can you take from it?
- You cannot stop growing up.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What promise did you break?
- How do you feel about aging?
Another view
Some people manage to stay youthful in spirit despite age.
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