Quote by Florence King

I'd rather rot on my own floor than be found by a bunch of bingo players in a nursing home.

I'd rather rot on my own floor than be found by a bunch of b

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's strong aversion to the idea of being discovered or found by a group of elderly people playing bingo in a nursing home during their deteriorating state. It portrays a desire for autonomy and independence even in old age, with the speaker suggesting that they would prefer a less dignified end than succumbing to a potentially mundane and communal fate. The quote illustrates the importance of individuality and personal freedom to the speaker, above the prospect of being cared for in a traditional institution.

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