I wanted a perfect ending. Now I've learned, the hard way, that some poems don't rhyme, and some stories don't have a clear beginning, middle and end.
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[Motherhood is] the biggest gamble in the world. It is the glorious life force. It's huge and scary-it's an act of infinite optimism.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Motherhood is both a risky and optimistic endeavor that encompasses the essence of life.
In this quote, Gilda Radner encapsulates the essence of motherhood as a profound gamble, highlighting its combination of fear, grandeur, and boundless hope. The phrase 'act of infinite optimism' suggests that mothers embark on this journey with the belief that their love and care can shape the future, despite the inherent uncertainties that come with raising children.
Themes
MotherhoodGambleOptimismLifeFear
In practice
Example use cases
You could use this quote to inspire a speech at a Mother's Day event.
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