Fiancee Quote by Robert Smith
““So I've come up with a plan,' he said quickly, as if hoping to get his idea in before I could stop him. 'I'll date her on the T-days, that would Thursday and Tuesday. Then I get to bring her to church every other Sunday. I get one Monday a month, or two, if it's a month with with five Mondays. I'd like an occasional Saturday evening, but I've talked with the full-time missionaries and they have her scheduled for the next three.' 'Doran,' I began to protest. 'Hear me out,' he begged. 'She'll still technically be your girlfriend, I'm giving you that. I'll refer to her simply as a friend until such time as she is willing to upgrade me to steady, or even fiancee.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, likely contemporary fiction
He devises a convoluted schedule to maintain a relationship while juggling commitments, showing over‑planning and avoidance of honest communication.
In simple terms: He makes a complex plan to keep a girlfriend while avoiding commitment.
Key Takeaway
Simplify and be honest about intentions.
Themes
relationships
commitment
communication
planning
avoidance
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
advice
narrative
When to use this quote
- dating
- friendship
- church attendance
- missionary work
- personal boundaries
Key Concepts
social dynamics
time management
relationship ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you using schedules to avoid vulnerability?
- How does over‑planning affect trust?
A Different Perspective
Complex plans can mask underlying insecurity and hinder genuine connection.
