Quote by Marilyn French

To nourish children and raise them against odds is in any time, any place, is more valuable than to fix bolts in cars or design nuclear weapons.

To nourish children and raise them against odds is in any ti

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of nurturing and raising children in difficult circumstances, stating that this endeavor is more valuable than engaging in mechanical or destructive professions. It prioritizes the role of caregiving and suggests that investing in the well-being and development of children holds greater significance than contributing to industrial production or destructive technologies. The quote promotes the idea that empowering and protecting children should be cherished as a fundamental responsibility in any era or location.

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Design

By Marilyn French

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