Quote by Florence King

American couples have gone to such lengths to avoid the interference of in-laws that they have to pay marriage counselors to interfere between them.

American couples have gone to such lengths to avoid the inte

Summary

This quote humorously implies that American couples often go to great measures to prevent interference from their in-laws. However, it suggests that this effort to avoid family meddling has led to a new form of interference - the need for professional marriage counselors. The quote reflects how avoiding one type of intrusion has inadvertently given rise to another form of intervention in marital relationships, highlighting the oftentimes complex dynamics between couples and their extended families.

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By Florence King

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