Happiness Quote by Maggie Stiefvater
““Tell me what to wish for." Tell me what to ask the sea for." "To be happy. Happiness." "I don't think such a thing is had on Thisby. And if it is, I don't know how you would keep it." "You whisper to it. What it needs to hear. Isn't that what you said?" "That's what I said. What do I need to hear?" "That tomorrow we'll rule the Scorpio Races as king and queen of Skarmouth and I'll save the house and you'll have your stallion. Dove will eat golden oats for the rest of her days and you will terrorize the races each year and people will come from every island in the world to find out how it is you get horses to listen to you. The piebald will carry Mutt Malvern into the sea and Gabriel will decide to stay on the island. I will have a farm and you will bring me bread for dinner." "That's what I needed to hear.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Scorpio Races, Maggie Stiefvater, 2011
A dialogue about longing, hope, and shared dreams, showing how personal aspirations can be voiced and affirmed by a loved one.
In simple terms: People need to express wishes and hear supportive answers.
Key Takeaway
Share your dreams and listen to each other's hopes.
Themes
hope
dreams
relationships
adventure
fantasy
Mood
hopeful
intimate
inspirational
Type
dialogue
fantasy
romantic
When to use this quote
- romantic partnership
- personal goal setting
- creative storytelling
- future planning
Key Concepts
shared aspiration
affirmation
vision
destiny
Questions to Reflect On
- What deep desire are you hesitant to voice?
- How can you support a partner’s dream?
A Different Perspective
The conversation may overlook practical obstacles to achieving those dreams.
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