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Arrival Quote by Louise Glück

“What was difficult was the travel, which, on arrival, is forgotten.” quote by Louise Glück
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“What was difficult was the travel, which, on arrival, is forgotten.”

Louise Glück

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Wild Iris, 1992

Travel can be arduous, yet its hardships fade once arrived.

In simple terms: Travel hardships disappear after arrival.

Key Takeaway

Embrace journeys despite difficulty.

Themes

travel memory reflection

Mood

nostalgic reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • vacation planning
  • relocation
  • commuting

Key Concepts

impermanence experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What journeys have you forgotten after arriving?
  • How does arrival change perception of difficulty?
A Different Perspective

The quote may romanticize hardship, ignoring lasting impacts.

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