Quote by John M. Barrie, The Little Minis

The life of every man is a diary in which he means to write one story, and writes another; and his humblest hour is when he compares the volume as it is with what he vowed to make it.

The life of every man is a diary in which he means to write

Summary

This quote suggests that each person's life can be seen as a diary, in which they may have intended to write a certain story but end up writing a different one instead. The "volume" referred to represents one's entire life and experiences. The quote emphasizes the disappointment people feel when they compare the reality of their lives with the idealized version they had envisioned. It highlights the concept of unfulfilled aspirations and the realization that one's journey may not always align with their original intentions.

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Life

By John M. Barrie, The Little Minis

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