For years I wanted to be older, and now I am.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker desired to be older and now has achieved it.
- In plain terms
- I wanted to be older; now I am.
- What can you take from it?
- Patience can lead to the fulfillment of wishes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does aging represent for you?
- How do you feel now that you’re older?
Another view
Wanting age may reflect deeper dissatisfaction.
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