Home Quote by Jennifer E. Smith
““This house is about two dictionaries away from caving in,' she'd say, 'and you're buying duplicates?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight, 2011
She jokes that the house is barely stable, yet people still buy duplicates, highlighting irrational consumer behavior.
In simple terms: People buy despite risk.
Key Takeaway
Question necessity before purchase.
Themes
consumerism
irrationality
risk
decision‑making
humor
Mood
wry
thoughtful
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- shopping
- home buying
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
economics
behavioral science
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we ignore warning signs?
- What drives the desire for duplicates?
A Different Perspective
Humor may downplay genuine financial danger.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
