Laura Dern

A series of thoughtful conversations between Laura Dern and her mother Diane Ladd as they go on walks to increase Diane's lung capacity after an exposure to toxic chemicals.

Quotes

To me, her memory is a constant reminder to cut through the noise and try to meet people's most basic needs. (Laura, 55)

Being a believer makes for a more interesting life, don't you think? (Laura, 75)

And yet, who told us we're supposed to be nothing but upbeat around people who are sick and dying? ....What if these walks are my last chance to hear her stories? (Laura, 79)

So many bullies fall because one person is brave enough to come forward. (Laura, 90)

We pour it all into this person. Then they grow up. (Laura, 111)

Easy to say, but harder to feel. (Laura, 119)

I used to believe in leaving things unspoken, trusting that in their hearts people knew the truth. I thought to feel love was enough. But this experience has changed that. (Laura, 224)

Appendix: Questions to Ask on Your Own Walks

What are the most powerful memories you have of childhood?
What or who were your first and most important influences?
What are your favorite things - song, movie, book, food?
What do you regret, and of what are you most proud?
Whom would you like to forgive or be forgiven by?
Who were the loves of your life? What were the heartbreaks?
What gives your life meaning? What do you want your legacy to be? (229)… (més)