Quote by Marilyn French

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

To nourish and raise children against odds is in any time, a

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of nurturing and raising children in any circumstance or era. It suggests that the act of caring for and providing for children, despite facing difficult challenges or obstacles, holds greater value than engaging in technical or scientific endeavors such as automobile repair or weapon development. It highlights the immeasurable worth of investing in the future generation's well-being and emphasizes the significance of parenting and childcare as intrinsic and essential roles in society.

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Parenting

By Marilyn French

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