I'm so glad you're here, Anne,' said Miss Lavendar…
““I'm so glad you're here, Anne,' said Miss Lavendar, nibbling at her candy. 'If you weren't I should be blue…very blue…almost navy blue. Dreams and make-believes are all very well in the daytime and the sunshine, but when dark and storm come they fail to satisfy. One wants real things then. But you don't know this…seventeen never knows it. At seventeen dreams do satisfy because you think the realities are waiting for you further on.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage reflects a teen’s yearning for tangible reality over fantasies, acknowledging that youthful dreams feel satisfying but may not meet adult expectations.
In simple terms: Teen dreams feel real but may not satisfy adult needs.
Key Takeaway
Balance dreams with realistic expectations.
Themes
growth
dreams
reality
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- adolescence
- career planning
- personal development
Key Concepts
coming‑of‑age
illusion vs. expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we honor youthful imagination while preparing for reality?
- What role do dreams play in adult fulfillment?
A Different Perspective
It may undervalue the value of imagination.