Marriage Quote by Samuel Johnson
“Before marriage a woman is pensive, after marriage, expensive”
About This Quote
Source Proverb: Traditional saying, author uncertain
Marriage changes expectations, often making partners feel financially burdensome.
In simple terms: Marriage can feel costly after the wedding.
Key Takeaway
Plan finances together early.
Themes
marriage
finance
expectations
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- new couples
- family budgeting
Key Concepts
economics
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance love and financial strain?
- What expectations change after marriage?
A Different Perspective
May overlook emotional costs of marriage.
![“[On same-sex marriage:] No woman would do that.” quote by Queen Victoria](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f94/queen-victoria-11529_marriage_on-same-sex-marriage-no-woman-would-do-t_1379803.jpg)
![“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)
