Clear Quote by Phyllis Bentley
“When one married a man, it was clear to me, one married also the sink and the stove.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of the Seven Gables, 1935
Marriage brings not only a partner but also the responsibilities and daily chores that come with a household.
In simple terms: Marriage includes household duties.
Accept and share domestic responsibilities.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- newlyweds
- home budgeting
- family planning
- renovations
- daily routines
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance love and labor?
- What chores strengthen partnership?
Overlooking the emotional partnership by focusing only on chores.