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Abortion Quote by Fay Weldon

“So much for the fruits of love. Love? What's love? Sex, ah, that's another thing. Love has babies: sex has abortions.” quote by Fay Weldon
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“So much for the fruits of love. Love? What's love? Sex, ah, that's another thing. Love has babies: sex has abortions.”

Fay Weldon

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Life and Loves of a She‑Devil, 1983

She critiques love as a vague concept, contrasting it with the tangible outcomes of sex, like children and abortions.

In simple terms: Love is vague; sex has concrete results.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the differences between emotional and physical intimacy.

Themes

relationships sex philosophy

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • sexual health discussions
  • ethical debates

Key Concepts

gender dynamics human desire

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does love mean to you beyond sex?
  • How do you reconcile emotional and physical aspects of intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Love also offers emotional growth beyond physical acts.

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