And I never thought this life was possible,You're the yellow bird that I've been waiting for.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker finds unexpected hope and fulfillment in a person they waited for.
- In plain terms
- You are the hope I never expected.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize when someone fulfills a deep hope.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you waiting for?
- Who brings you hope?
Another view
Expectations can be misplaced if the person changes.
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