Quote by Chris Christie

Mom spent the time that she was supposed to be a kid actully raising children, her younger brother and younger sister. She was tough as nails and did not suffer fools at all. And the truth was she could not afford to. She spoke the truth, bluntly, directly, and without much varnish. I am her son.

Mom spent the time that she was supposed to be a kid actully

Summary

This quote portrays the resilience and strength of the speaker's mother, who sacrificed her own childhood to take care of her younger siblings. The speaker highlights their mother's straightforward nature, depicting her ability to speak the truth without sugarcoating it. It implies that she had to be tough and practical due to her financial circumstances. The quote ultimately indicates the speaker's pride in being the son of such a strong and truthful woman.

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By Chris Christie

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