Quote by Frank A. Clark

A father is a man who expects his son to be as good a man as he meant to be.

A father is a man who expects his son to be as good a man as

Summary

This quote emphasizes the role of a father in shaping his son's character and expectations. It suggests that a father believes in his son's potential and dreams, and therefore holds high expectations for him to become the best version of himself. This implies that a father's love and support extend beyond simply guiding and providing for his son, but also involve encouraging him to fulfill his innate potential and live up to his intended greatness as a man.

By Frank A. Clark

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