Quote by George Clooney

I love children and I get along with them great. It's just that I believe if you're going to be a parent, there has to be something inside you that says, 'I want a family.' I don't feel that sense of urgency.

I love children and I get along with them great. It's just t

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their fondness for children yet explains that they do not feel the internal desire to have a family as a parent. While they enjoy being around children and have a positive relationship with them, they believe that becoming a parent should stem from a strong internal drive that they personally do not possess. The speaker acknowledges the importance of this sense of urgency, suggesting that it is an essential ingredient in the decision to start a family.

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By George Clooney

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