Quote by Sidonie Gabrielle Colette

It is not a bad thing that children should occasionally, and politely, put parents in their place.

It is not a bad thing that children should occasionally, and

Summary

This quote suggests that it is not entirely negative or harmful for children to occasionally assert themselves and remind their parents of their boundaries. It implies that children should have the freedom to express themselves respectfully and assert their individuality or differing opinions, serving as a healthy way to establish their own identity within the parent-child relationship.

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By Sidonie Gabrielle Colette

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