Quote by Edward W. Howe

Nothing is wonderful when you get used to it.

Nothing is wonderful when you get used to it.

Summary

This quote suggests that the novelty or charm of something diminishes over time when we become accustomed to it. What might seem remarkable or exciting at first becomes mundane or ordinary as familiarity sets in. It emphasizes the importance of appreciating and finding joy in the things we have, before they become routine and lose their sense of wonder. It encourages us to embrace novelty and change in order to avoid taking things for granted.

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