Quote by Rosalind Russell

Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death.

Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to dea

Summary

This quote expresses the idea that life is a precious and abundant opportunity, yet many individuals fail to fully embrace and appreciate it. It highlights how some people are so focused on their own struggles and limitations that they miss out on the richness and diversity that life has to offer. The metaphor of a banquet implies that life presents a range of experiences and possibilities, but those who fail to seize them end up dissatisfied and unfulfilled, like a person starving in the midst of plenty. Essentially, it urges individuals to seize the opportunities and joys available to them before it's too late.

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Death

By Rosalind Russell

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