That you are a worldly adult,' she said. 'You have spent your whole life letting go of the innocent dreams that made your childhood so warm and hopeful and full of certainty. Dream by dream you let them go. We all do it, to shield ourselves from disappointment. It's easy to shed them. Not so easy to get them back.
In this reflection, a character expresses that adulthood often involves relinquishing the innocent dreams of childhood. These dreams, once filled with warmth and hope, gradually fade as people confront the realities of life. The process of letting go is often a protective mechanism aimed at avoiding disappointment.
As we mature, shedding those dreams can be straightforward, but reclaiming them proves to be a far more challenging endeavor. This sentiment resonates deeply, highlighting a common struggle faced by many adults who yearn to reconnect with the simplicity and certainty of their younger selves.
