Children Quote by Nina Bawden
“There are many times when I think I would have rather died with my husband. It would have been pleasanter, simpler. But it would have been worse for the children and the family in general.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The House of the Scorpion", 1978
Choosing personal sacrifice over personal desire can protect loved ones, despite emotional cost.
In simple terms: Sacrifice protects family.
Consider others before self‑interest.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family decisions
- health crises
- marital conflict
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance self‑care and duty?
- When is sacrifice justified?
Self‑neglect may cause resentment.