I'd rather have roses on my table than diamonds on my neck.

Emma Goldman
About This Quote

This is a saying or proverb that means to have more important things than the superficial. It relates to the fact that roses are beautiful but are not only meant to be used as decoration. They are also to be enjoyed for their sweet fragrance and their beauty. The same can be said for diamonds.

They may seem pretty but they aren't only there for looks. The fact that you can use them to buy things like food, clothes, and shelter is just an added bonus.

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