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We didn’t like it, and we suffered, but the tall ones around us said that we would soon get over our sadness, that we would “adapt” in a matter of weeks.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":41,"quote_text":42,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":43,"source":44,"quote_tag":45,"commentary":9},3088690,"I don’t know if anyone ever ‘wins’ a war.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":47,"quote_text":48,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":49,"source":50,"quote_tag":51,"commentary":9},3088677,"I was especially perceptive to all things beautiful that morning-raspberries in blue china bowls were enough to make the heart sing.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":53,"quote_text":54,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":55,"source":56,"quote_tag":57,"commentary":9},3088659,"That was the way it was that beautiful evening of cold November rain and muddy country roads and crazy windshield wipers. That was the moment of my greatest security and confidence; it was the time when I realized that love makes one a better person, a kinder gentler one.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":59,"quote_text":60,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":61,"source":62,"quote_tag":63,"commentary":9},3088649,"No matter how hard times are, people still want music.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":65,"quote_text":66,"author_id":5,"source_id":67,"has_image":18,"author":68,"source":69,"quote_tag":70,"commentary":91},673437,"Beautiful hours move so quickly.",2,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[71,76,81,86],{"id":72,"tag":73},3390450,{"id":74,"tag_name":75},18,"happiness",{"id":77,"tag":78},3390451,{"id":79,"tag_name":80},224,"time",{"id":82,"tag":83},3390448,{"id":84,"tag_name":85},723,"beauty",{"id":87,"tag":88},3390449,{"id":89,"tag_name":90},8438,"fleeting","**The Backstory**\n\nIrene Hunt's \"Beautiful hours move so quickly\" is a poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of time and beauty, likely penned during her later years in life. As an author known for her vivid portrayals of childhood innocence and the passage of time, Hunt's writing often grappled with the human experience of impermanence. This quote, while not explicitly dated, resonates with her broader themes of mortality and the importance of cherishing moments.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nAt first glance, this quote may seem to be a lamentation on the rapid passage of time, but upon closer inspection, it reveals a deeper philosophical nuance: our tendency to romanticize beauty is often rooted in its very ephemerality. By acknowledging that beautiful hours move quickly, Hunt suggests that we should not become so enamored with the present moment that we fail to appreciate its impermanence.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nIn applying this mindset today, consider embracing the ephemeral nature of creative moments or periods of intense focus. Rather than becoming mired in nostalgia for a bygone era of productivity, acknowledge the fleeting beauty of each stage and use it as motivation to stay present and engaged with your work.",{"id":93,"quote_text":94,"author_id":5,"source_id":67,"has_image":18,"author":95,"source":96,"quote_tag":97,"commentary":111},655742,"I had sparkle that morning, sparkle that originated somewhere deep inside me and spread outward to my cheeks and eyes, even it seemed, to the gleam of my hair.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[98,101,106],{"id":99,"tag":100},3338808,{"id":74,"tag_name":75},{"id":102,"tag":103},3338809,{"id":104,"tag_name":105},6722,"radiance",{"id":107,"tag":108},3338810,{"id":109,"tag_name":110},14617,"shining","**The Backstory**\nIrene Hunt's quote likely originated from her personal experiences as a writer and mother, reflecting on moments of creative spark and inspiration amidst life's challenges. The 1950s to 1970s were pivotal years for Hunt, marked by intense focus on her writing career, including the publication of \"Island of the Blue Dolphins\" in 1960. During this period, she was likely grappling with balancing domestic responsibilities with artistic ambitions.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nWhat's often missed is that Hunt's sparkle isn't something external or circumstantial; it's an internal, intrinsic source of inspiration that transcends environmental triggers. This suggests that true creativity and motivation originate from within, rather than being reactive to external stimuli.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo tap into your own spark, prioritize activities that help you connect with your inner self, whether through journaling, meditation, or other practices. By cultivating an internal source of inspiration, you'll be better equipped to navigate creative challenges and maintain motivation in the face of obstacles.",{"currentPage":113,"totalPages":67,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":114},1,10]