Quote by Andrew Motion

I deeply adored my mum. She was an extraordinary person, even for the prejudice I'm likely to have. She was beautiful, amusing, a tremendous elaborator of things into comic proportions and extravagant in her imagination.

I deeply adored my mum. She was an extraordinary person, eve

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their profound love and admiration for their mother. Despite their acknowledgement of potential bias, they believe their mother was truly exceptional. They describe her as not only physically beautiful, but also possessing a great sense of humor, capable of turning even ordinary things into comedic masterpieces. Furthermore, the speaker highlights their mother's vivid imagination, attributing to her charismatic and extravagant nature. Overall, the quote portrays a deep appreciation for the speaker's mother and the remarkable qualities that made her truly special.

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By Andrew Motion

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