Quote by Emily Mortimer

I want any excuse to come home. My dad is not a spring chicken any more. If anyone says, 'Go buy a postage stamp in London,' I'll go and do it.

I want any excuse to come home. My dad is not a spring chick

Summary

In this quote, the person expresses a deep desire to return home. They mention their aging father as the main reason for their longing to be near their family. The quote emphasizes the person's willingness to go to great lengths and complete even mundane tasks, exemplified by the humorous example of buying a postage stamp in London, to find an excuse to come back home. It conveys the strong love and concern they have for their father's wellbeing and their overall yearning for the comfort of their family.

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