"I won't say I wouldn't be grateful and happy and delighted and thrilled to bits to receive a nomination. But I wouldn't be suicidal if it didn't happen"
- Tom Wilkinson
About this Quote
Tom Wilkinson's quote conveys a sense of satisfaction and recognition for the capacity of being chosen for something. He is not anticipating to be nominated, however he would be thankful and satisfied if it were to occur. He is not placing way too much pressure on himself to be nominated, and also is instead sharing his understanding that it is not an assurance. He is not anticipating to be chosen, but he would be happy and also delighted if it were to take place. He is not putting way too much focus on the result, as well as is rather expressing his understanding that it is not an assurance. He is not anticipating to be nominated, but he would be grateful as well as happy if it were to occur. He is not anticipating to be nominated, but he is not anticipating to be disappointed if it does not take place either. He is sharing his understanding that life is unpredictable which it is necessary to value the potential of what could take place, while additionally being content with what is.
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