Quote by Chris Colfer

I wasn't going to get such a nice car - I was going to get a cute little hybrid or something, keep the trees happy - but then my grandfather died, and it was all: retail therapy!

I wasn't going to get such a nice car - I was going to get a

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This quote humorously reveals a shift in the speaker's plans after their grandfather's passing. Originally intending to buy an environmentally friendly car, they decide to indulge in retail therapy and opt for a more luxurious vehicle instead. The speaker's decision highlights their desire to seek comfort and happiness in material possessions, temporarily disregarding their initial eco-conscious motivations.

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