Quote by Leon Blum

When a woman is twenty, a child deforms her; when she is thirty, he preserves her; and when forty, he makes her young again.

When a woman is twenty, a child deforms her; when she is thi

Summary

This quote highlights the different effects that having a child can have on a woman at different stages of her life. At the age of twenty, having a child may be challenging and can have a transforming impact on her life, potentially causing her to sacrifice personal aspirations. By the time she reaches thirty, however, having a child becomes a source of motivation and stability for the woman, helping her maintain a sense of purpose. As she enters her forties, the quote suggests that having a child brings about a rejuvenating effect, making her feel youthful and revitalized.

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By Leon Blum

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