Friendship Quote by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
“The people people have for friends You common sense appall But the people people marry Are the queerest folk of all.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The People People Have for Friends", 1915
Friendship often follows common sense, while marriage can involve unexpected, unconventional partners.
In simple terms: Friends are sensible; spouses can be surprising.
Value openness in both friendships and marriage.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dating
- family planning
- social gatherings
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations do you have of friends?
- How do you navigate differences in marriage?
Assuming all marriages are unconventional may overlook stability.