Quote by Mary Wesley

Twenty years ago, I was living in a lovely cottage on the edge of Dartmoor but I couldn't afford to run a car.

Twenty years ago, I was living in a lovely cottage on the ed

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's personal experience of living in a cottage on the outskirts of Dartmoor two decades ago. It highlights their financial constraint, as they mention being unable to afford the expenses associated with owning and operating a car during that period. The quote offers insight into the speaker's lifestyle and the limitations they faced due to financial circumstances.

By Mary Wesley

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