Quote by Sebastian Faulks
There was a pretty young woman I used to see pegging out sheets and I worried that she would grow old there and that no one would know how beautiful she was. And maybe she would die without ever having really lived.
Summary
This quote expresses concern for a young woman who is seen doing mundane chores like hanging sheets to dry. The speaker worries that she may be confined to this monotonous routine, preventing her from experiencing the opportunities and joys that life has to offer. The quote reflects a desire for the woman to be recognized for her beauty and to fully live a fulfilling and enriched life, highlighting the importance of not being trapped in monotonous or unfulfilling circumstances.