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“They say love's like a bus, and if you wait long enough another one will come along, but not in this place where the buses are slow and most of the cute ones are gay.” quote by Daniel Handler
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“They say love's like a bus, and if you wait long enough another one will come along, but not in this place where the buses are slow and most of the cute ones are gay.”

Daniel Handler

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Basic Eight" (1999)

A humorous analogy comparing love to waiting for a bus that never arrives in the right place.

In simple terms: Love is like waiting for a slow bus.

Key Takeaway

Accept that love may not fit expectations.

Themes

love patience expectations

Mood

playful critical

Type

satire social commentary

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • waiting for relationships
  • social venues

Key Concepts

romantic idealism social commentary

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope when love feels delayed?
  • What does “most cute ones are gay” suggest about expectations?
A Different Perspective

Idealized love can be unrealistic.

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