Friday, January 16, 2026

One owed something to one's ancestors

When my father had been extravagant, he used to say gaily in self-defense that "one owed something to one's ancestors." Certainly,if it had not been for several of his ancestors, he would not have owed so much to his contemporaries.
C.N. and A.M. Williamson, The Motor Maid

This light, fun book was one of my top reads of 2025. This bit gives you a sense of the humor throughout.

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