Quote by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

America, which has the most glorious present still existing in the world today, hardly stops to enjoy it, in her insatiable appetite for the future.

America, which has the most glorious present still existing

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This quote suggests that America, despite its current great condition and prosperity, tends to overlook and underappreciate its present achievements due to its relentless drive towards the future. It implies that Americans are constantly focused on progress and improvement, always striving for more rather than taking the time to fully appreciate and savor their existing successes.

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By Anne Morrow Lindbergh

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