Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Guests, like fish, begin to smell after three days.

Guests, like fish, begin to smell after three days.

Summary

This quote is a humorous way of conveying the idea that welcoming guests into one's home for an extended period can become a burden. It suggests that the longer guests stay, the more uncomfortable or inconvenient their presence may become. Just as fish that have been left out for too long emit an unpleasant odor, so too do guests overstay their welcome. It serves as a playful reminder that hosting should have limits and polite guidelines to maintain a healthy balance between hospitality and personal space.

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By Benjamin Franklin

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