Family Quote by Betty Jane Wylie
“Marriage is to family what legs are to a table.”
About This Quote
Uses a metaphor to illustrate marriage as a foundational support for family, like legs for a table.
In simple terms: Marriage supports family like legs support a table.
Nurture marriage to strengthen family.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- household management
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does marriage strengthen your family?
- What other foundations exist?
Overemphasis on marriage may overlook other support systems.