Away Quote by Alice Walker
“My mother had bought a sewing machine for me. When I went away to college, she gave me a sewing machine, a typewriter and a suitcase, and my mother made $17 a week working as a maid 12 hours a day, and she did that for me.”
About This Quote
A mother’s sacrifices and gifts symbolize resilience and the drive to succeed despite hardship.
In simple terms: Mother’s sacrifices inspire perseverance.
Key Takeaway
Honor her effort by striving.
Themes
family
resilience
hardship
determination
Mood
reflective
grateful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- career advancement
- financial planning
- personal growth
Key Concepts
social mobility
generational support
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do to repay such sacrifices?
- How can you break cycles of hardship?
A Different Perspective
May overlook systemic barriers to success.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
