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Dream Quote by Kai Meyer

“Sometimes,” she said, “two people pass each other by, look into each other’s eyes for a moment, and all that’s left is a wish. A dream of what might have been. And then they move away from each other with every step, and away from all their dreams.” quote by Kai Meyer
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““Sometimes,” she said, “two people pass each other by, look into each other’s eyes for a moment, and all that’s left is a wish. A dream of what might have been. And then they move away from each other with every step, and away from all their dreams.””

Kai Meyer

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Dreamweaver, 2015

A fleeting connection leaves a lingering wish for what could have been, but life moves them apart, erasing the dream.

In simple terms: Brief encounters can spark lasting longing.

Key Takeaway

Cherish moments, but accept impermanence.

Themes

love longing chance destiny reflection

Mood

melancholic poetic

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • creative writing
  • psychological counseling
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

missed opportunities emotional resonance human connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this wish reveal about our hopes?
  • How can we find closure after brief encounters?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize unattainable desires.

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