Quote by Ann Patchett

Only a few of us are going to be willing to break our own hearts by trading in the living beauty of imagination for the stark disappointment of words.

Only a few of us are going to be willing to break our own he

Summary

This quote suggests that there are only a small number of individuals who are brave enough to give up the limitless and captivating power of imagination in exchange for the harsh reality and limitations of words. It highlights that some people fear the potential disappointment and inability of words to fully capture the beauty and depth of their imagination. The quote emphasizes the struggle between the allure of imagination and the anxiety that words may fall short in capturing its essence, implying that those who choose to prioritize imagination may risk having their hearts broken.

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Beauty Inspirational Writing Disappointment

By Ann Patchett

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