Quote by Rob James-Collier

My mom and dad put my brother and sister through university and they were very keen for us to have an academic background just to give us a chance.

My mom and dad put my brother and sister through university

Summary

In this quote, the speaker highlights the support and importance their parents placed on obtaining a higher education. By stating that their parents financially supported their siblings' education and showed eagerness for them to have an academic background, the speaker suggests that their parents recognized the significance of education as a means of creating opportunities for their children. This quote emphasizes the parents' desire to provide their children with the best chances for success by providing them with a solid educational foundation.

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By Rob James-Collier

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