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As I go to sleep I remember what my father said-that one can never be sure if one will awake. The way my health is now,
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"As I go to sleep I remember what my father said-that one can never be sure if one will awake. The way my health is now, this is becoming more and more real"

- Jerzy Kosinski

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This quote by Jerzy Kosinski assesses the fragility of life and the unpredictability of the future. It speaks to the concept that no matter how much we prepare and prepare, we can never ever ensure what will happen tomorrow. The speaker is likely assessing their own death, as their health is deteriorating and they are ending up being more knowledgeable about their own death. The quote also speaks with the significance of treasuring today minute and maximizing the time we have. The speaker's father's words work as a pointer to live life to the fullest and to value the time we have with our liked ones. The quote is a reminder to take absolutely nothing for granted and to make the most of every moment.

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Poland Flag This quote is written / told by Jerzy Kosinski between June 18, 1933 and May 3, 1991. He/she was a famous Novelist from Poland. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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