Animal Quote by J.M. Barrie
““Mrs. Darling loved to have everything just so, and Mr. Darling had a passion for being exactly like his neighbours; so, of course, they had a nurse. As they were poor, owing to the amount of milk the children drank, this nurse was a prim Newfoundland dog, called Nana, who had belonged to no one in particular until the Darlings engaged her. She had always thought children important, however, and the Darlings had become acquainted with her in Kensington Gardens, where she spent most of her spare time peeping into perambulators, and was much hated by careless nursemaids, whom she followed to their homes and complained of to their mistresses. She proved to be quite a treasure of a nurse.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Peter Pan, 1904
A quirky, devoted nurse dog illustrates the value of unconventional caretakers.
In simple terms: Even odd helpers can be treasured.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unexpected sources of care.
Themes
care
unconventional
loyalty
Mood
warm
nostalgic
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- childcare
- family dynamics
- community support
Key Concepts
animal companionship
social class
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities make a caretaker valuable?
- How do we recognize hidden helpers?
A Different Perspective
May idealize unrealistic caretakers.
