Quote by Bette Davis

I went back to work because someone had to pay for the groceries.

I went back to work because someone had to pay for the groce

Summary

This quote expresses the pragmatic reality that the individual had to return to work out of necessity. The decision to resume work was driven by the need to support oneself or one's family and ensure essential expenses, like groceries, could be covered. It reflects a sense of responsibility and a recognition that financial obligations must be met, even if it means interrupting personal or leisure time to earn a living.

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By Bette Davis

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