. . . money . . . is really the difference between men and animals, most of the things men feel, animals feel, and vice versa, but animals do not know about money.
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It is funny the two things most men are proudest of is the thing that any man can do and doing does in the same way, that is being drunk and being the father of their son.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote humorously highlights the pride men take in simple, universal experiences like parenthood and intoxication.
Gertrude Stein's quote reflects on the irony of pride men often feel in achievements that are accessible to all, particularly the duality of being the father to a son and the state of being drunk. It suggests that while both experiences are common and easily attainable, they evoke a sense of pride and humor, prompting reflection on parenthood and the often humorous aspects of human behavior.
Themes
FatherhoodPrideHumorParentingDrunkenness
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a father's day gathering, one might use this quote to humorously address the pride of being a father.
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