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We shelter children for a time we live side by side with men and that is all. We owe them nothing, and are owed nothing.
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"We shelter children for a time; we live side by side with men; and that is all. We owe them nothing, and are owed nothing. I think we owe our friends more, especially our female friends"

- Fay Weldon

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This quote by Fay Weldon speaks to the concept of relationship and the responsibilities that come with it. Weldon suggests that while we might shelter children and live side by side with guys, we owe them absolutely nothing and are owed nothing in return. Nevertheless, Weldon thinks that we owe our friends more, especially our female buddies. This suggests that friendship is a two-way street, and that we should want to provide and get in order to preserve a healthy relationship. Weldon's words recommend that we should be willing to purchase our friendships, particularly with those of the exact same gender, in order to create meaningful and lasting connections. Ultimately, Weldon's quote encourages us to be mindful of the relationships we form and to be willing to give and receive in order to foster strong and lasting relationships.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Fay Weldon somewhere between September 22, 1933 and today. He/she was a famous Novelist from England. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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