Every mother generally hopes that her daughter will snag a better husband than she managed to do... but she's certain that her boy will never get as great a wife as his father did.

Summary

This quote highlights a common sentiment among mothers: while they may want their daughters to marry someone better than they did, they believe their sons will never find a wife as remarkable as the father did. The quote touches on the idea of mothers wanting the best for their children, but also acknowledging the qualities and attributes of their own spouse. It suggests that mothers hold their partners in high regard and believe it will be difficult for their sons to find a woman as exceptional as their father's wife.

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