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Children Quote by Ann Romney

“Another son came along 18 months later, although we waited four years to have the third, because Mitt was still in school and we had no income except the stock we were chipping away at. We were living on the edge, not entertaining. No, I did not work. Mitt thought it was important for me to stay…” quote by Ann Romney
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“Another son came along 18 months later, although we waited four years to have the third, because Mitt was still in school and we had no income except the stock we were chipping away at. We were living on the edge, not entertaining. No, I did not work. Mitt thought it was important for me to stay home with the children, and I was delighted.”

Ann Romney

About This Quote

Source Interview: Ann Romney memoir, 2015

She describes a period of financial strain where she stayed home to raise children while her husband pursued his career, highlighting sacrifice and family priorities.

In simple terms: She stayed home during hard times to raise kids.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize family when resources are limited.

Themes

family sacrifice financial hardship parenting career choices

Mood

reflective determined

Type

personal family

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • budgeting
  • career planning
  • home management

Key Concepts

work‑life balance economic pressure family dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance family needs with career ambitions?
  • What support could ease financial strain?
A Different Perspective

Staying home can limit personal income and professional growth.

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