Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray

When you look at me, when you think of me, I am in paradise.

When you look at me, when you think of me, I am in paradise.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker feels a strong sense of fulfillment and happiness when being seen or remembered by someone else. They feel as if they are in paradise, implying that the attention and thoughts of others provide them with a deep sense of joy and contentment. It highlights the impact that the perception and memory of others can have on our own perception of ourselves.

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By William Makepeace Thackeray

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