I got a wife who likes expensive things, so she takes all the cash.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker humorously describes household finances where his wife controls the spending on luxury items.
- In plain terms
- His wife likes luxury and spends all the money.
- What can you take from it?
- Finances can be controlled by one partner.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who controls the household budget?
Another view
This is a joke and may not reflect reality.
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