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Sarah McLachlan

It's all kind of a big illusion: the white picket fence and the perfect marriage and the kids. Check that box off, check that box off, and move forward.

Sarah McLachlan

Marriage

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Sarah McLachlan is saying that the traditional idea of an ideal life—having a nice house, a flawless marriage, and children—is more of a false appearance than reality. People often go through these steps just to say they've achieved them, without truly questioning if it brings real happiness or fulfillment.

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