Cry Quote by Ray Bradbury
![“When I finished [writing it], I was crying. I knew at long last, after ten years of trying, I had written something good.” quote by Ray Bradbury](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/550/ray-bradbury-75_cry_when-i-finished-writing-it-i-was-crying_1890357.jpg)
“When I finished [writing it], I was crying. I knew at long last, after ten years of trying, I had written something good.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Ray Bradbury, 1975
After years of effort, the author finally felt genuine pride and relief upon completing his work.
In simple terms: Hard work finally paid off.
Key Takeaway
Celebrate perseverance when goals are achieved.
Themes
perseverance
creativity
emotional release
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- finishing a project
- overcoming creative block
Key Concepts
writing
artistic fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this moment teach about patience?
- How do you honor long‑term achievements?
A Different Perspective
Success can bring unexpected emotions.
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![“That's probably why my face was looking so crazy when I was crying [in "Hardball"] because it was some real.” quote by Michael B. Jordan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/26f/michael-b-jordan-3540_crazy_that-s-probably-why-my-face-was-looking_4152.jpg)
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