Hajime," she began, "the sad truth is that some things can't go backwards. Once they start going forward, no matter what you do, they can't go back to the way they were. If one little thing goes awry, then that's how it will stay forever.
In Haruki Murakami's "South of the Border, West of the Sun," a character shares a poignant truth about the inevitability of change. Once events or relationships evolve, they cannot simply revert to their original state. This emphasizes a fundamental aspect of life, where the passage of time and circumstances lead to irreversible shifts that define our experiences.
The insight underscores the fragility of moments; even minor disturbances can permanently alter the...