Bedroom wall Quote by Anne Sexton
““Many women are singing together of this: one is in a shoe factory cursing the machine, one is at the aquarium tending a seal, one is dull at the wheel of her Ford, one is at the toll gate collecting, one is tying the cord of a calf in Arizona, one is straddling a cello in Russia, one is shifting pots on the stove in Egypt, one is painting her bedroom walls moon color, one is dying but remembering a breakfast, one is stretching on her mat in Thailand, one is wiping the ass of her child, one is staring out the window of a train in the middle of Wyoming and one is anywhere and some are everywhere and all seem to be singing, although some can not sing a note.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Women’s Song”, 1972
Women across diverse lives share a collective voice, expressing both ordinary chores and profound longing.
In simple terms: Women everywhere sing together despite different jobs.
Key Takeaway
Listen to the shared humanity in everyday lives.
Themes
feminism
solidarity
diversity
Mood
empathetic
inspirational
Type
poetic
observational
When to use this quote
- workplace
- home
- travel
- parenting
- creative arts
Key Concepts
voice
identity
global experience
Questions to Reflect On
- Which woman's story resonates most with you?
- How does this chorus reflect your own life?
A Different Perspective
Some may feel excluded if their experiences differ.
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