As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.
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It's sad if people think that's (homemaking) a dull existance, [but] you can't just buy an apartment and furnish it and walk away. It's the flowers you choose, the music you play, the smile you have waiting. I want it to be gay and cheerful, a haven in this troubled world. I don't want my husband and children to come home and find a rattled woman. Our era is already rattled enough, isn't it?
Interpretation
What this quote means
Homemaking should be a joyful pursuit that creates a welcoming atmosphere for family.
In this quote, Audrey Hepburn emphasizes the importance of homemaking not just as a set of chores, but as an art that contributes to a happy home life. She believes that the environment we create should be filled with positivity and love, providing a sanctuary for our loved ones amidst a chaotic world.
Themes
HomemakingFamilyJoyEnvironmentLove
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of creating a loving home.
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