Quote by Mark Twain

Sometimes my feelings are so hot that I have to take the pen and put them out on paper to keep them from setting me afire inside; then all that ink and labor are wasted because I can't print the results

Sometimes my feelings are so hot that I have to take the pen

Summary

This quote demonstrates how intense emotions can be overwhelming. The speaker uses writing as a means to express and release their feelings, viewing the pen and paper as a way to cool down their inner fire. However, they acknowledge the frustration of being unable to convey their emotions adequately through writing, feeling that their efforts are in vain if they cannot share or print the outcome. Thus, the quote captures the power and limitations of using writing as a form of emotional expression.

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Feelings

By Mark Twain

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