In the water's reflection, the protagonist experiences a flood of cherished memories from her childhood. The vivid recollections include tender moments such as her mother bidding her goodnight, joyful times spent unwrapping gifts, and playful experiences like riding her first bicycle. These memories act as a treasure trove of love and innocence, all accessible in that fleeting moment as if a vault of her past has been unlocked.
Contemplating why these feelings of affection never surfaced earlier, she learns from Lorraine that we often hold onto our scars more than our healing. The protagonist reflects on the clarity of past hurts while realizing that healing is less frequently acknowledged. It highlights the human tendency to remember pain distinctly, while the moments of restoration and joy might fade into the background.
