On the record
My sun is low down upon the horizon, and the days of my pilgrimage are almost numbered.
Said by
Adlai Stevenson
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gutenberg.orgAdlai Stevenson: “My sun is low down upon the horizon, and the days of my pilgrimage are almost numbered.”
Editor's note · Context
Stevenson reflects on the passage of time and his life's journey, conveying a sense of humility and introspection.
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