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What does it mean?
A brief reflection on missed pleasures in life.
In plain terms
I wish I had enjoyed more wine.
What can you take from it?
Small pleasures often go unappreciated until later.

Where it applies

  • reflection
  • end of life
  • social

Putting it to work

  • enjoy now
  • record wishes
  • accept regrets

Questions to consider

  • What do you regret missing?
  • Is this wishful?

Another view

It lacks context on why he didn't drink.

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