Quote by Ethel Merman

Mom and Pop were proud of my popularity, but from their point of view, show business was no way to make a living.

Mom and Pop were proud of my popularity, but from their poin

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In this quote, the speaker expresses that their parents were pleased with their fame and popularity, but had reservations about their career choice in show business. Despite the pride, the parents have the perspective that show business may not provide a stable or reliable source of income. This suggests a clash between the speaker's passion for entertainment and their parents' concern for financial security.

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