Quote by Patti Smith

I've always looked the same. Since I was a child, I hated having to deal with my hair. I hated having to change my clothes. As a kid, I had a sailor shirt and the same old corduroy pants, and that's what I wanted to wear everyday.

I've always looked the same. Since I was a child, I hated ha

Summary

This quote reflects a person's inclination towards maintaining a consistent and unchanged appearance. Since childhood, the individual disliked the hassle of dealing with variations in their hair and clothing. They preferred a uniformed style, with a particular preference for a sailor shirt and corduroy pants. Through these words, the individual expresses a longing for simplicity and a desire to retain a familiar and comfortable sense of self.

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