Blue jays Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert
““Also, he detested people who bought fast horses that they were unskilled to ride. Furthermore, he detested: recreational sailing vessels; surveyors; cheaply made shoes; French (the language, the food, the populace); nervous clerks; tiny porcelain plates which broke in a man’s damned hand; poetry (but not songs!); the stooped backs of cowards; thieving sons of whores; a lying tongue; the sound of a violin; the army (any army); tulips (“onions with airs!”); blue jays; the drinking of coffee (“a damned, dirty Dutch habit!”);””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “A List of Dislikes”, 2014
The narrator lists many petty dislikes, highlighting how personal quirks shape identity.
In simple terms: We all have odd pet peeves.
Key Takeaway
Accept and understand your quirks.
Themes
identity
humor
personal taste
Mood
reflective
amused
Type
philosophical
humorous
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
social behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- Which quirks define you?
- How do your dislikes affect your choices?
A Different Perspective
Obsessions can become limiting if exaggerated.
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