Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

I want a house that has got over all its troubles; I don't want to spend the rest of my life bringing up a young and inexperienced house.

I want a house that has got over all its troubles; I don't w

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In this quote, the speaker expresses a desire for a house that is free from any issues or problems. They are not interested in constantly dealing with the challenges that come with maintaining and nurturing a new and inexperienced house. Instead, they long for a house that is already stable and doesn't require constant attention or effort to make it functional and comfortable.

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