Dreams Quote by Edith Wharton
““Since the fanciful vision of the future that had flitted through her imagination at their first meeting she had hardly ever thought of his marrying her. She had not had to put the thought from her mind; it had not been there. If ever she looked ahead she felt instinctively that the gulf between them was too deep, and that the bridge their passion had flung across it was as insubstantial as a rainbow. But she seldom looked ahead; each day was so rich that it absorbed her…””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Age of Innocence, 1920
She feels the future with her lover is fragile and uncertain, yet she lives in the present, overwhelmed by daily richness.
In simple terms: She doubts a lasting future but lives fully now.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate present moments despite uncertainty.
Themes
love
uncertainty
present‑moment
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily life
- romantic relationships
- future planning
- personal growth
Key Concepts
romantic idealism
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you let uncertainty stop you?
- How can you balance present joy with future planning?
A Different Perspective
Future doubts may cause missed opportunities.
