'If I ever find a pitcher who has heat, a good curve, and a slider, I might seriously consider marrying him, or at least proposing.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Anderson jokes that finding a baseball pitcher with superior skills would make him consider marriage.
- In plain terms
- He values pitching talent so much he jokes about marrying a great pitcher.
- What can you take from it?
- Exceptional skill in a specific area can be highly attractive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What qualities matter most to you in a partner?
- How do athletes view each other's skills?
Another view
It is a joke and not a genuine statement about marriage preferences.
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