You remembered. Of course, Clark said. That's one thing I like about birthdays, they stay in one place. Same spot on the calendar, year in, year out. But the years keep going faster, have you noticed?
In "Station Eleven" by Emily St. John Mandel, Clark reflects on the nature of birthdays, highlighting their consistency as they occupy the same date each year. This serves as a reminder of the passage of time, which seems to accelerate as we age. Clark's thoughts bring a sense of nostalgia and contemplation about the fleeting nature of life. The conversation reveals a deeper understanding of how moments are anchored in time,...