Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert

I myself have never been enchanted by the dream of the white wedding, and, heaven help us, the expectation that this exquisitely catered event should be 'the happiest moment' of one's life.

I myself have never been enchanted by the dream of the white

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The quote expresses the author's personal aversion towards the idea of a traditional white wedding and the societal pressure surrounding it. They reject the notion that a wedding must be a flawless, extravagant affair, emphasizing that it does not necessarily equate to ultimate happiness. The author challenges the conventional belief that the wedding day should be the pinnacle of joy, suggesting that true happiness lies beyond the expectations of a meticulously planned ceremony.

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