Quote by Tracey Emin

I've got over so much. Mum wouldn't want anything to come into my life that would make me fragile again.

I've got over so much. Mum wouldn't want anything to come in

Summary

This quote suggests that the person speaking has overcome many challenges in their life. They believe that their mother, who may no longer be alive, would not want them to experience anything that could potentially make them vulnerable or emotionally fragile again. It implies a sense of resilience and a commitment to protect oneself from further hardship in order to honor their mother's wishes.

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By Tracey Emin

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