Quote by Siobhan Fahey

I watched my mother waste her life on housework and swore I'd never do that. Dave does the cooking.

I watched my mother waste her life on housework and swore I'

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's observation of their mother's life being consumed by housework, leading them to reject the notion of replicating that experience. By declaring that Dave takes over the cooking responsibility, the speaker implies their commitment to not allowing domestic chores to define their own existence. The quote suggests a desire for a more balanced division of responsibilities within a household and a determination to avoid being confined to traditional gender roles that may limit personal growth and fulfillment.

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By Siobhan Fahey

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