Care Quote by Clare Boothe Luce
“Rich women are not too put upon by their children. You don't have to do all the things for a child that those women who had to stay at home did. My Ann had a French governess who took care of her until she was twelve years old and went off to boarding school.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Woman on the Road, Clare Boothe Luce, 1945
Wealth can afford children independence from constant caregiving, allowing mothers to delegate tasks and pursue personal interests.
In simple terms: Rich mothers can delegate child‑care duties.
Leverage resources to balance parenting and self‑care.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal hobbies
- family budgeting
- childcare planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does financial independence reshape parental expectations?
- What pressures arise when delegating child‑care?
Not all families have resources to delegate, which can create guilt or societal judgment.