Quote by Alexander Pope

They dream in courtship, but in wedlock wake.

They dream in courtship, but in wedlock wake.

Summary

This quote highlights the contrast between the passionate fantasies and idealized perceptions of love during courtship versus the realities and practicalities of married life. It suggests that people often have lofty dreams and high expectations when they are in the process of wooing someone, but once they are bound in matrimony, they are confronted with the harsh realities, challenges, and responsibilities of maintaining a successful partnership. In essence, the quote implies that romantic notions can fade away when confronted with the daily realities of marriage.

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