Quote by Claudette Colbert

Why do grandparents and grandchildren get along so well? They have the same enemy -- the mother.

Why do grandparents and grandchildren get along so well? The

Summary

This quote suggests that grandparents and grandchildren have a special bond because they share a common frustration: the generation in-between them represented by their parents. It humorously highlights the often strained relationship between parents and their children, with grandparents and grandchildren finding solace in their mutual understanding and support. It implies that the adversarial nature of this relationship fosters a unique and harmonious connection between the older and younger generation within a family.

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By Claudette Colbert

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