Quote by Gloria Swanson

As Daddy said, life is 95 percent anticipation.

As Daddy said, life is 95 percent anticipation.

Summary

This quote suggests that anticipation plays a major role in the human experience. According to "Daddy," who is presumably a wise figure, life is mostly about anticipating and looking forward to things. It implies that the excitement and expectation derived from anticipating future events or outcomes make up the majority of our lives, emphasizing the importance of hope and optimistic anticipation in our daily lives.

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By Gloria Swanson

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