Quote by Claud Cockburn

Nothing sets a person up more than having something turn out just the way it's supposed to be, like falling into a Swiss snowdrift and seeing a big dog come up with a little cask of brandy round its neck.

Nothing sets a person up more than having something turn out

Summary

This quote suggests that experiencing something exactly as expected brings great satisfaction and fulfillment. It uses the metaphor of falling into a Swiss snowdrift and encountering a dog carrying a small cask of brandy as an example. Like this unexpected but delightful surprise, when things align with our hopes or plans, it can set us up for a positive and enjoyable experience. It emphasizes the joy that comes from a harmonious outcome or the alignment with one's desired expectations.

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