Some sigh for this and that; my wishes don't go far; the world may wag at will, so I have my cigar

Some sigh for this and that; my wishes don't go far; the world may wag at will, so I have my cigar

Thomas Hood was a British poet and humorist known for his witty and satirical works. One of his most famous lines is, “Some sigh for this and that; my wishes don't go far; the world may wag at will, so I have my cigar.” This quote encapsulates Hood’s laid-back and contented attitude towards life, as well as his love for simple pleasures.