Quote by Rita Dove

My father is a chemist, my mother was a homemaker. My parents instilled in us the feeling that learning was the most exciting thing that could happen to you, and it never ends.

My father is a chemist, my mother was a homemaker. My parent

Summary

This quote highlights the influence of the speaker's parents in shaping their attitude towards learning. Growing up with a chemist father and a homemaker mother, the importance of continuous learning and curiosity was ingrained in them from an early age. The quote emphasizes the belief that learning is a thrilling and ongoing process. It suggests that the speaker's parents fostered a mindset where the pursuit of knowledge is valued and cherished, indicating how education is seen as a lifelong endeavor with endless possibilities.

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Learning

By Rita Dove

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