Quote by Rita Dove

I thought, after the Pulitzer, at least nothing will surprise me quite that much in my life. And another one happened. It was quite amazing.

I thought, after the Pulitzer, at least nothing will surpris

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The quote suggests that the individual experienced a moment of extraordinary surprise and amazement. Initially believing that winning a Pulitzer Prize was the ultimate surprise in their life, they were astounded when another equally stunning event unfolded. It conveys the sense of being continuously amazed by unexpected occurrences, highlighting the unpredictability of life's twists and turns.

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