Quote by W. C. Fields

It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I never had the courtesy to thank her for it.

It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I never had the co

Summary

This quote suggests that the person speaking was adversely influenced by a woman that caused them to turn to drinking. They feel somewhat obligated to thank her for this introduction to alcohol, maybe implying that it has served as a form of escape or comfort. It highlights the complex emotions and unexpected consequences that can arise from interpersonal relationships.

Topics

Alcohol/alcoholism

By W. C. Fields

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