Father daughter Quote by Toni Morrison
“I remember a very important lesson that my father gave me when I was twelve or thirteen. He said, You know, today I welded a perfect seam and I signed my name to it. And I said, But, Daddy, no ones going to see it! And he said, Yeah, but I know its there. So when I was working in kitchens, I did good work.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison, 1977
The lesson emphasizes that quality work matters even when unseen, fostering personal integrity and pride.
In simple terms: Good work matters even if unnoticed.
Key Takeaway
Value unseen effort.
Themes
integrity
pride
work ethic
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
advice
personal growth
When to use this quote
- kitchen work
- craftsmanship
- personal projects
- volunteer tasks
Key Concepts
existentialism
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you take pride in work no no one sees?
- How does unseen effort shape self‑respect?
A Different Perspective
Unseen work can still be exploited or ignored.
