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Its only in hindsight that you realize what indeed your childhood was really like
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"It's only in hindsight that you realize what indeed your childhood was really like"

- Maya Lin

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This quote by Maya Lin speaks to the concept that it is typically just when we reflect on our youth that we can really understand and value what it was like. As kids, we might not know the nuances of our experiences, or the effect they have on our lives. It is just when we are older and have the advantage of hindsight that we can genuinely understand the significance of our youth. We can recognize the moments of happiness, the moments of grief, and the moments of growth that shaped us into individuals we are today. This quote reminds us to put in the time to review our childhood and appreciate the experiences that have actually made us who we are.
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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Maya Lin somewhere between October 5, 1959 and today. He/she was a famous Architect from USA. The author also have 43 other quotes.

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