Bedfellows Quote by George Mason
![“This cold weather has set all the young Folks to providing Bedfellows. I have signed two or three Licences every Day [as a Fairfax Justice of the Peace] since I have been at Home. I wish I knew where to get a good one myself; for I find cold Sheets extreamly disagreeable.” quote by George Mason](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b92/george-mason-8435_bedfellows_this-cold-weather-has-set-all-the-young_3953.jpg)
“This cold weather has set all the young Folks to providing Bedfellows. I have signed two or three Licences every Day [as a Fairfax Justice of the Peace] since I have been at Home. I wish I knew where to get a good one myself; for I find cold Sheets extreamly disagreeable.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: George Mason, 18th century
Mason humorously notes that cold weather leads to marriages, as he signs marriage licenses. He wishes for a bedfellow himself to avoid cold sheets.
In simple terms: Cold weather encourages marriage.
Key Takeaway
Seek warmth in companionship.
Themes
Marriage
Weather
Humor
Companionship
Winter
Mood
Humorous
Witty
Historical
Wry
Type
Historical
Humorous
Personal
When to use this quote
- Historical context
- Winter reflections
- Dating
- Marriage
Key Concepts
Historical marriage practices
Social commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- How does weather affect your relationships?
- What do you seek for warmth?
A Different Perspective
Modern heating reduces this motivation.
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