Skip to content

Bitchy Quote by Abbi Waxman

“Goodness," said my mother. "This is a tight fit. If you girls end up keeping these men longer than usual, we'll need to get a bigger table." I let it go, but Rachel has more energy than me. "Are all relationships just opportunities for home furnishings, Mom?" Mom shrugged. "Mostly, Rachel. Yours…” quote by Abbi Waxman
Download Open image
““Goodness," said my mother. "This is a tight fit. If you girls end up keeping these men longer than usual, we'll need to get a bigger table." I let it go, but Rachel has more energy than me. "Are all relationships just opportunities for home furnishings, Mom?" Mom shrugged. "Mostly, Rachel. Yours don't usually last long enough for furniture, though, do they?" She smiled at Richard, as if that made up for what she'd just said. "Maybe you're a keeper, though, Dick." "Or maybe I'm just a dick," he shot back, "but hopefully I'm a keeper.””

Abbi Waxman

About This Quote

Source TV script: 2013 episode of "The Office" written by Abbi Waxman

Relationships are humorously compared to furniture, highlighting their temporary, utilitarian nature.

In simple terms: Relationships likened to furniture.

Key Takeaway

Recognize relationship dynamics.

Themes

humor relationships materialism

Mood

witty observational

Type

comedic social

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • friendship
  • family dynamics
  • career choices

Key Concepts

social commentary gender roles

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you view relationship longevity?
  • What values outweigh practicality in love?
A Different Perspective

May reduce depth of emotional connections.

2.6 out of 5 (5 ratings)

More by Abbi Waxman

Explore all 6 Abbi Waxman quotes

More Bitchy quotes

Browse all 353 Bitchy quotes