Quote by Gloria Stuart

When I graduated from Santa Monica High in 1927, I was voted the girl most likely to succeed. I didn't realize it would take so long.

When I graduated from Santa Monica High in 1927, I was voted

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This quote reflects the speaker's initial perception of their future success, as they were voted as the person most likely to succeed in high school. However, despite their high expectations and desire for quick achievements, the speaker admits that they did not anticipate the lengthy amount of time it took to reach their desired level of success. The quote highlights the speaker's realization that success is often a long-term and gradual process, contrasting their initial expectations with the reality of their journey.

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