"It is a timeless truth that time is the most impartial judge; it reveals all pretenses and rewards all patience — an essential principle for the reflective life."

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This reflection on time by Lisa A. Barnett resonates across generations. It highlights a fundamental truth about human nature: our continuous search for meaning in time is what ultimately defines our character and our path forward.

About Lisa A. Barnett

Lisa Anne Barnett was an American Lambda Literary Award winning science fiction writer.

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