Quote by Bob Balaban

My dad was the baby. When he was born they were already successful. They sent him to business school - he probably would have loved to have been a poet or a writer or something, and he was very creative.


My dad was the baby. When he was born they were already succ

Summary

This quote highlights the contrast between the speaker's father's upbringing and his true desired path. Despite being born into a successful family, his parents directed him towards a business education instead of pursuing his creative passions. The quote implies that the father's potential as a poet or writer was overlooked or disregarded by his parents, indicating the significance of societal expectations and the sacrifices made in conforming to them. It offers insight into the inner conflict faced by individuals who may have chosen a different path had they been given the opportunity to follow their true passions and talents.

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By Bob Balaban
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