And you think you know that they'll always be there. You never had the time. I want you to be fine. ~ 'Burrito'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Assuming people are always there leads to missed time, but the speaker wishes them well anyway.
- In plain terms
- You thought they'd always be there but time ran out.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize presence before assuming permanence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you assume will stay?
- What time have you wasted?
Another view
It assumes people are always reachable when they may not be.
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Come on over tonight. Come on over this morning. Momma says, 'You only fall in love once.' ~ 'Burrito'
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