I bought her this handkerchief... and I didn't even know her size.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker humorously admits a thoughtless gesture in giving a handkerchief without knowing the recipient's size.
- In plain terms
- I gave her a gift without knowing if it fit.
- What can you take from it?
- Carelessness can ruin otherwise thoughtful gestures.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the worst gift you gave?
- How do you show you care?
Another view
It assumes the recipient cares about the size.
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