The woman speaks, stops, then after what must have been a long speech by the person on the other end of the line, says, "... just remember, darling, it is pain that changes our lives." Mirabelle cannot fathom the meaning of this sentence, as she has been in pain her whole life, and yet it remains unchanged.
In the story, a woman engages in a phone conversation, during which she reflects on the idea that pain is a catalyst for change in life. She expresses this sentiment to someone dear, emphasizing the transformative power of suffering. The moment captures a profound realization about the human experience; however, it eludes the understanding of another character, Mirabelle.
Mirabelle struggles to grasp the significance of the woman's words, feeling a constant presence of pain in her own life. Despite acknowledging the statement about change through suffering, she finds herself in a situation where her pain does not lead to any noticeable transformation, highlighting her sense of helplessness and the complexity of enduring hardship without visible progress.
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