Quote by Mark Twain

The poetry is all in the anticipation, for there is none in reality

The poetry is all in the anticipation, for there is none in

Summary

This quote suggests that the true beauty and pleasure lies in the anticipation of something rather than its actual realization. It implies that once a desired outcome or experience is attained, it often falls short of the imagined excitement and wonder. In other words, the expectations we build up in our minds tend to exceed the reality itself, making the anticipation more poetic and exciting. Therefore, this quote encourages us to appreciate the joy and imagination that anticipation can bring, rather than solely seeking fulfillment in the physical reality.

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By Mark Twain

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