Quote by Cate Blanchett

If I had my way, if I was lucky enough, if I could be on the brink my entire life - that great sense of expectation and excitement without the disappointment - that would be the perfect state.

If I had my way, if I was lucky enough, if I could be on the

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This quote conveys the desire for a life filled with perpetual anticipation and excitement, but without the letdowns that often accompany it. The speaker longs for a constant state of being on the verge of something remarkable, where the thrill of expectation outweighs any potential disappointment. It represents a longing for a perfect balance between perpetual anticipation and the avoidance of unmet expectations.

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