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Marriage Quote by Terry McMillan

“I hope you meet somebody and get married and then they fucking disappoint you and you have to go through a divorce, and then maybe you'll get it.” quote by Terry McMillan
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““I hope you meet somebody and get married and then they fucking disappoint you and you have to go through a divorce, and then maybe you'll get it.””

Terry McMillan

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Day Late and a Dollar Short, 2002

Relationships often involve disappointment and loss, but enduring them can lead to personal growth and new beginnings.

In simple terms: Disappointments are part of love.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change after heartbreak.

Themes

love disappointment growth

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

romantic self‑help

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • breakups
  • friendships

Key Concepts

relationship dynamics divorce self‑discovery

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lessons can arise from a painful breakup?
  • How does resilience shape future relationships?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on failure can hinder healing.

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