Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Grief for a dead Wife, and a troublesome Guest, Continues to the threshold, and there is at rest; But I mean such wives as are none of the best

Grief for a dead Wife, and a troublesome Guest, Continues to

Summary

This quote suggests that the pain of losing a bad wife and dealing with a difficult guest can both be alleviated once they have crossed the threshold and are no longer present. The speaker implies that it is a relief when these troublesome individuals are no longer part of one's immediate environment. The line "But I mean such wives as are none of the best" implies that the quote particularly refers to wives who are not good or respectful, highlighting the specific type of wife causing grief.

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Grief

By Benjamin Franklin

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