Kathryn StockettThat's what I love about Aibileen, she can take the most complicated things in life and wrap them up so small and simple, they'll fit right in your pocket.
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The meaning of this quote from Harper Lee, “That’s what I love about Aibileen, she can take the most complicated things in life and wrap them up so small and simple, they’ll fit right in your pocket.” In this quote, Miss Maudie is referring to a gift that Aibileen has that she loves. It’s a gift that allows her to understand the tragedy of some people’s lives but still find a way to be a motherly figure to them. She says that she loves the gift because it allows her to help others without having to complete all of their needs herself. This is a gift that every person deserves, but many do not have.
Source: The Help
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