Famous quote by Clarence Clemons

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I wanted an electric train for Christmas but I got the saxophone instead
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"I wanted an electric train for Christmas but I got the saxophone instead"

- Clarence Clemons

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This quote by Clarence Clemons speaks with the idea of frustration and the power of reconciling a situation. It is most likely that Clemons was at first disappointed to not receive the electrical train he desired for Christmas, however he had the ability to discover joy in the saxophone he got instead. This quote talks to the idea that in some cases we don't get what we want, however we can still find joy in the things we do get. It likewise speaks to the concept of reconciling a scenario and finding happiness in the unanticipated. Clemons had the ability to find joy in the saxophone he received, and it likely altered his life in ways he never anticipated. This quote is a reminder that even when we do not get what we desire, we can still discover delight in the important things we do get.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Clarence Clemons somewhere between January 11, 1942 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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