Quote by Anthony Hopkins

My father was grounded, a very meat-and-potatoes man. He was a baker.

My father was grounded, a very meat-and-potatoes man. He was

Summary

The quote suggests that the speaker's father was practical and down-to-earth. Describing him as "grounded" implies that he had a strong connection to reality and was not easily swayed by fanciful ideas. The reference to him being a "meat-and-potatoes man" further reinforces his simplicity and straightforwardness. The fact that he was a baker underscores his practical nature, as it is a hands-on, traditional occupation. Overall, the quote conveys an image of the speaker's father as someone reliable and dependable, with a no-nonsense approach to life.

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By Anthony Hopkins

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