“So in our pride we ordered for breakfast an omelet, toast and coffee, and what we got was a jug of wine, a loaf of bread, and thou beside me singing in the wilderness, but it was far better.”
— John Steinbeck
Simplified Meaning:
Imagine you plan a simple breakfast with eggs, toast, and coffee. This is what you feel you want at the moment. However, instead of what you expected, you receive something completely different: a bottle of wine, bread, and the company of someone special singing to you. At first, this might seem strange or disappointing because it’s not what you thought you wanted. But then you realize that what you got was actually much better. It brought joy, connection, and a beautiful experience that far outweighed the original plan. This teaches us that sometimes, unexpected outcomes can lead to something wonderful and more fulfilling than our original intentions. Embracing these surprises can bring real happiness, so staying open to what life offers can lead to better experiences than expected.
