Quote by Jane Smiley

I was an only child. I've known only children. From this experience, I do believe that the children should outnumber the parents.

I was an only child. I've known only children. From this exp

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This quote suggests that the author, who is an only child, believes that families should have more children than parents. This viewpoint may stem from the author's personal experience, observing the benefits of having siblings or companions while growing up. By stating that children should outnumber parents, it implies a preference for larger families, emphasizing the value of having siblings for a child's upbringing and development.

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