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“And of course there was no help for it, except recalling bits of conversations she had overheard from time to time about marriage. That’s what knitting groups and sewing groups were for, wasn’t it? Commiserating about marriage.” quote by Jane Smiley
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““And of course there was no help for it, except recalling bits of conversations she had overheard from time to time about marriage. That’s what knitting groups and sewing groups were for, wasn’t it? Commiserating about marriage.””

Jane Smiley

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Women used knitting and sewing groups to share marriage experiences and find solidarity through conversation.

In simple terms: Craft circles offered support for marriage topics.

Key Takeaway

Foster supportive communities.

Themes

women marriage community

Mood

empathetic nostalgic

Type

cultural social

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • social clubs
  • online forums

Key Concepts

social support shared narratives

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do shared hobbies build trust?
  • What modern alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective

Not all women have access to such groups.

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