Quote by Ambrose Bierce

A bride is a woman with a fine prospect of happiness behind her.

A bride is a woman with a fine prospect of happiness behind

Summary

This quote suggests that a bride, or a woman getting married, has had a positive and hopeful journey leading up to her wedding day. It implies that she has experienced joy and contentment in her life before her marriage, and this serves as an indication that she is on the path towards a promising and fulfilling future. The quote reflects the optimistic view that a bride's past experiences contribute to the hopeful anticipation of happiness in her married life.

By Ambrose Bierce

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