I just do my work, and I work every day, and my ambition is just to do something better than I last did.
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I dreamed of having a book of my own, of writing one that I could put on a shelf.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses a desire for creative fulfillment and the achievement of personal artistic goals.
Patti Smith reflects on the journey of creativity and the aspiration to produce something of one’s own, highlighting the importance of having a tangible representation of one’s thoughts and experiences in the form of a book. This longing signifies the value of artistic expression and the pride that comes from sharing one's work with the world.
Themes
DreamsCreativityArtWritingBooks
In practice
Example use cases
In a creative writing workshop, to inspire students to pursue their passion for writing.
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