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W. H. AudenRead
When I look back and think how fortunate I've been to work with some wonderful people and had some marvelous experiences, then I can look at 'Star Trek' and think it's almost like the cream on the coffee. I don't approach it as anything but a magnificent plus.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote conveys gratitude for positive experiences and relationships while highlighting that success is an added benefit.
Deforest Kelley's quote reflects a sense of appreciation for the people and experiences that have shaped his life. He considers his involvement in 'Star Trek' not as the primary achievement but as a delightful bonus to an already fulfilling journey, suggesting that the quality of relationships and experiences often far outweighs the significance of individual accomplishments.
Themes
GratitudeExperiencesRelationshipsSuccessAppreciation
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about teamwork, I would use this quote to emphasize the importance of collaboration.
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