Quote by Jake Roberts

A child's hope is that your father comes riding in on that white stallion and saves them. You can't make somebody love you the way you want them to love you, it's not a Leave it to Beaver type world. This isn't television. Life's a lot more cruel than that.

A child's hope is that your father comes riding in on that w

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This quote reflects the innocent belief of a child, who hopes for a perfect parental figure to rescue them from their troubles. It acknowledges that love cannot be forced or manipulated to meet one's desires. It highlights the contrast between idealized portrayals of family and the harsh realities of life, explaining that real life is often more challenging and unpredictable than what we see on TV.

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