When it's over, I want to say: all my life I was a bride…
“When it's over, I want to say: all my life I was a bride married to amazement. I was the bridegroom, taking the world into my arms. When it is over, I don't want to wonder if I have made of my life something particular, and real. I don't want to find myself sighing and frightened, or full of argument. I don't want to end up simply having visited this world.”
This quote is also attributed to Daisy in other sources. Attributions for famous quotes are often disputed.
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She reflects on living fully, wanting to avoid regret, seeking a life of wonder rather than fear or argument.
In simple terms: Wants a life of wonder, not regret or fear.
Key Takeaway
Live fully, avoid regret.
Themes
wonder
regret
fulfillment
existential
life purpose
self‑reflection
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- life review
- creative writing
Key Concepts
meaning
authenticity
presence
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “being a bride married to amazement” mean to you?
- How can one balance wonder with everyday responsibilities?
A Different Perspective
May be overly idealistic, ignoring practical constraints.