Quote by Meredith Baxter

More than anything else, my mother wanted to be an actress - a famous actress - which in the 1950s was all about being young, sexy, and available. She was all that, and more. She had big blue eyes, alabaster skin, a heart-shaped face, a beautiful figure. She was just a knockout.

More than anything else, my mother wanted to be an actress -

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This quote highlights the aspirations and physical attributes of the speaker's mother. It conveys her deep desire to become a renowned actress in the 1950s, capturing the essence of that era's ideals where youthfulness, sensuality, and accessibility were crucial for success. The quote also emphasizes the mother's remarkable physical features, describing her appealing blue eyes, flawless pale skin, a face with refined contours, and an alluring figure. It clearly portrays her as an extremely attractive and captivating individual, resembling a breathtaking vision.

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