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The horse stares at its captor, barely remembering the free kicks of youth
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"The horse stares at its captor, barely remembering the free kicks of youth"

- Mason Cooley

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This quote by Mason Cooley speaks to the concept of freedom and captivity. The equine is a sign of freedom, and also the captor is a symbol of captivity. The horse is staring at its captor, most likely sensation caught and yearning for its flexibility. The expression "barely keeping in mind the free kicks of young people" indicates that the equine is remembering its days of freedom, when it was young and also care free. The horse is likely really feeling a sense of nostalgia for its past, when it was able to cut loose as well as free. This quote speaks to the idea that flexibility is something that is frequently taken for approved, and that captivity can be a tough experience. It likewise speaks to the concept that flexibility is something that must be valued and appreciated.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mason Cooley between 1927 and July 25, 2002. He was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 154 other quotes.

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