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Main Street Family Quotes

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Quote #10

Hugh was her reason for living, promise of accomplishment in the future, shrine of adoration—and a diverting toy. (20.1.10)

The baby Hugh means many different things for Carol. In one sense, she thinks of him as a vessel for her own accomplishments. But she also thinks of him as a toy—something that can distract her from the normal dullness of her everyday life. What happens when Hugh grows up and moves out?