The narrator reflects on his journey of love and commitment, describing the steps from meeting a girl to marrying her and establishing a life together in Connecticut. However, he realizes that his understanding of her was superficial, and the belief that he truly knew her was an illusion. This revelation renders all the milestones they achieved together meaningless.

This admission highlights the complexities of relationships and the often deceptive nature of perceived intimacy. Despite the outward success of their life together, the narrator feels that his ignorance about her true self undermined everything they built. His experience serves as a poignant reminder of the gaps that can exist even in close relationships.