Quote by Ethel Waters

Mom was the greatest influence of my childhood. She wanted to save me from the vice, lust, and drinking that was all about me.

Mom was the greatest influence of my childhood. She wanted t

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In this quote, the individual refers to their mother being the most significant and powerful influence during their formative years. The mother had a clear intention to protect them from the negative influences present in their surroundings, such as vice, lust, and alcohol consumption. It suggests that the mother played a vital role in instilling values and ideals that steered the individual away from potential pitfalls, focusing on their overall well-being and moral development.

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By Ethel Waters

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