Quote by Emmylou Harris

My parents were not very happy. They were very worried about me pursuing a career that even if I had talent might not give me the happiness and the success that they - any parent hopes for their child.

My parents were not very happy. They were very worried about

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In this quote, the speaker shares their parents' concern and lack of happiness regarding their chosen career path. Despite the speaker possibly having talent, their parents worry that this career might not bring them the expected happiness and success that parents typically desire for their children. This quote highlights the parents' mixed feelings towards their child's aspirations and their apprehension about the uncertain nature of the chosen career.

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