Quote by Derek Jeter

My dad had been shortstop when he was in college, and you know, when you're a kid, you want to be just like your dad.

My dad had been shortstop when he was in college, and you kn

Summary

This quote highlights the influence of parents on their children's aspirations. The speaker's admiration for their dad, who played a specific position in baseball, demonstrates how parental role models can shape a child's dreams and ambitions. It conveys the desire to follow in a parent's footsteps and replicate their achievements, emphasizing the importance of parental figures in shaping a child's identity and aspirations.

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By Derek Jeter

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