Quotation by

John Barrymore

Love is the delightful interval between meeting a beautiful girl and discovering that she looks like a haddock.

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The quote humorously suggests that the excitement of love often comes from an idealized first impression that can quickly change. It points out how initial attraction may fade when reality reveals unexpected flaws.

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