Quote by Abraham Lincoln

My father taught me to work; he did not teach me to love it. I never did like to work, and I don't deny it. I'd rather read, tell stories, crack jokes, talk, laugh - anything but work.

My father taught me to work; he did not teach me to love it.

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's perspective on work, indicating a dislike and lack of passion for it. The individual attributes their inclination towards activities such as reading, storytelling, joking, and socializing as preferred alternatives to working. The quote suggests that the speaker's father prioritized teaching the value of hard work rather than cultivating a love for it. It reflects a personal aversion to work, emphasizing a preference for leisurely or social pursuits over labor.

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