Quote by Erma Bombeck

I have a hat. It is graceful and feminine and give me a certain dignity, as if I were attending a state funeral or something. Someday I may get up enough courage to wear it, instead of carrying it.

I have a hat. It is graceful and feminine and give me a cert

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This quote reflects a person's perspective on a hat they own. The individual perceives the hat as elegant and feminine, offering them a sense of dignity comparable to the formal atmosphere of a state funeral. However, the quote also suggests a hesitation or lack of confidence on the wearer's part, as they only carry the hat rather than actually wearing it. It hints at the possibility of overcoming this fear in the future and embracing the hat's appeal.

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