Away Quote by Melville Fuller
“I have nine children... and one of them is an invalid. Her mother is obliged to take her away in the winter, and when one bird is off the nest, the other has to go on.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Judicial Address, Melville Fuller, 1895
Describes familial sacrifice and the harsh realities of caring for a disabled child.
In simple terms: Family duty amid hardship.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the challenges of caring for vulnerable members.
Themes
family
sacrifice
disability
hardship
responsibility
Mood
empathetic
reflective
somber
Type
ethical
social
reflective
When to use this quote
- parental decision making
- social support systems
- elder care
- childcare policies
Key Concepts
ethics
social welfare
caregiving
family dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What societal supports are needed for families with disabled members?
- How does personal sacrifice shape public policy?
A Different Perspective
May simplify complex social welfare issues.
![“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)
