Commuter - one who spends his life In riding to and from his wife; A man who shaves and takes a train And then rides back to shave again.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A witty definition of a commuter as someone who travels back and forth to his spouse.
- In plain terms
- A commuter is a man who rides trains to see his wife and then back again.
- What can you take from it?
- Daily routines can define a life in repetitive cycles.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does your commute define your day?
- What connects you to your partner?
Another view
Not all commuters are driven by marriage or relationship goals.
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