James Finnegan - 'Roofs'

The transcript uses the metaphor of rooves as unread books to explore the unfolding stories of life beneath them. It reflects on the unnoticed events and struggles that shape lives, drawing a personal connection to the narrative of home.

How does the author express the idea of continuity in life through the metaphor of roofs?

What does the speaker mean by 'I can't start the story over from here'?