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“Then I thought, boy, isn't that just typical? You wait and wait and wait for something, and then when it happens, you feel sad.” quote by Sharon Creech
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“Then I thought, boy, isn't that just typical? You wait and wait and wait for something, and then when it happens, you feel sad.”

Sharon Creech

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unnamed, Sharon Creech, 2010

Waiting endlessly for something often leads to disappointment when it finally arrives.

In simple terms: Waiting can make outcomes feel unsatisfying.

Key Takeaway

Manage expectations and stay present.

Themes

patience expectation disappointment

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal goals
  • relationship timelines

Key Concepts

psychology of anticipation temporal perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What expectations do you hold that cause frustration?
  • How can you find meaning during waiting periods?
A Different Perspective

The quote may overlook the value of perseverance.

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