Quote Late FragmentAnd did you get whatyou wanted...

“Late FragmentAnd did you get whatyou wanted from this life, even so?I did.And what did you want?To call myself beloved, to feel myselfbeloved on the earth.” - Raymond Carver

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Late Fragment

As we reflect on our lives, we often wonder if we have achieved what we truly desired. Did we find fulfillment and contentment in the journey we embarked on? The speaker in this poignant poem answers with a resounding "I did." It is a declaration of satisfaction and peace, a recognition of having lived a life that was meaningful and fulfilling.

But what was it that the speaker wanted from life? The answer is simple yet profound - to feel loved and cherished. To be able to call oneself beloved, to feel that sense of belonging and connection with the world around us. It is a universal desire that transcends all boundaries and speaks to the core of our humanity.

Throughout our lives, we strive for success, wealth, and recognition. We chase after material possessions and external validation. But in the end, what truly matters is the love we give and receive. It is the relationships we nurture, the connections we forge, and the impact we have on others that define our existence.

Being beloved is not just about receiving love from others, but also about loving oneself. It is about recognizing our own worth and value, and treating ourselves with kindness and compassion. Only when we truly love ourselves can we fully appreciate the love that others have to offer.

So, as we navigate through the ups and downs of life, let us remember the simple yet profound truth expressed in this quote. Let us strive to call ourselves beloved, to feel that sense of belonging and connection with the world around us. And in doing so, may we find true fulfillment and contentment in the journey we call life.




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