Quote by Ernest Hemingway

I had drunk much wine and afterward coffee and Strega and I explained, winefully, how we did not do the things we wanted to do; we never did such things.

I had drunk much wine and afterward coffee and Strega and I

Summary

This quote reflects a state of regret and resignation. The speaker had consumed both wine and coffee, possibly trying to drown their disappointment. However, in their intoxicated state, they candidly express their dissatisfaction by saying they never fulfill their desires. It suggests a sense of frustration with how life unfolds and how their aspirations remain unaccomplished. The reference to Strega, an Italian liqueur often associated with strong emotions, adds to the poignant tone of the quote.

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Life Failure Wine

By Ernest Hemingway

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