Getting ahead Quote by Yevgeny Zamyatin
““We went hand in hand across four lines of avenues. At the corner she was to go right, and I left. "I'd like so much to come to your place today and let the blinds down. Today-right this minute" said O, and shyly looked up at me with her round crystal-blue eyes. she's a funny one. But what could I say? She was with me only yesterday, and she knows as well as I do that our next Sex Day is the day after tomorrow. It's just more of her thought getting ahead of itself, like a spark that flies too early in the ignition, which can do some harm at times. Saying goodbye, I kissed her twice-no, I'll tell the truth-three times on those wonderful blue eyes of hers that not the least little cloud ever troubled.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Day of the Sex Day”, 1920s (fictional)
The narrator reflects on fleeting intimacy, anticipation, and the tension between desire and uncertainty.
In simple terms: Momentary intimacy meets uncertainty.
Key Takeaway
Embrace present moments despite doubt.
Themes
intimacy
anticipation
uncertainty
Mood
nostalgic
intimate
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- first dates
- short‑term relationships
- awaiting reunions
Key Concepts
time
desire
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle anticipation?
- What does honesty mean in fleeting moments?
A Different Perspective
Expectations can distort reality.
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