What became of all those lost balloons: they were the loves that slipped out of our fists; the blank eyes that rose in every night sky.
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In Jodi Picoult's "My Sister's Keeper," a metaphor involving lost balloons reflects on the emotional experiences we endure. The balloons symbolize cherished moments or loved ones that we have lost, escaping our grasp like fleeting affection. This imagery evokes a sense of yearning and nostalgia for connections that have evaded us, underscoring the pain of feeling helpless as we witness these relationships drift away.
The quote captures the essence of longing...
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