Quote by Helen Rowland

When a girl marries, she exchanges the attentions of all the other men of her acquaintance for the inattention of just one.

When a girl marries, she exchanges the attentions of all the

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the idea that when a girl gets married, she no longer receives the attention and advances from various men who were once interested in her. Instead, she typically experiences the inattention of all those men, as her focus and commitment shift towards her spouse. The quote sheds light on the social expectation and shift in romantic dynamics that often occur when someone enters into a marriage, emphasizing the exclusivity and commitment that comes with that union.

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Marriage

By Helen Rowland

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