”Life is actually very nice, nothing to complain about. The vuorineuvos understands that when the dwelling is sparklingly clean and the smell of food caresses the mind at the door – that is a home you are coming to. Its warmth provides the basis for life and business.”

A life in charge of the family business demanded many sacrifices and there was not always time for the family. R.Erik Serlachius, however, always took care of the wellbeing of those nearest to him, and there were always enough good servants.