Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

I like work; it fascinates me. I can sit and look at it for hours. I love to keep it by me; the idea of getting rid of it nearly breaks my heart.

I like work; it fascinates me. I can sit and look at it for

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's deep passion for work. They find it fascinating and enjoyable, to the extent that they can spend hours simply observing it. They express a strong attachment to work and admit that the thought of not having any work weighs heavily on their emotions.

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