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Aging Quote by Robert Farrar Capon

“Older women are like aging strudels - the crust may not be so lovely, but the filling has come at last into its own.” quote by Robert Farrar Capon
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“Older women are like aging strudels - the crust may not be so lovely, but the filling has come at last into its own.”

Robert Farrar Capon

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Aging Strudel,” 1995

Compares aging women to strudels, suggesting inner value grows even if outward appearance fades.

In simple terms: Inner worth increases with age.

Key Takeaway

Value inner qualities over looks.

Themes

aging beauty self-worth

Mood

empathetic thoughtful

Type

humorous reflective

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • self-esteem
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

metaphor self-acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you appreciate inner qualities?
  • What stereotypes challenge you?
A Different Perspective

May generalize aging experiences.

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