“There was a time when the respect and trust my children had for me would have made you sick to your stomach. They believed I could blow on a red traffic light and turn it green.”
Quote by Erma Bombeck
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Just Wait Till You Have Children of Your Own!
This book provides a unique and often comical perspective on parenting, exploring the differences between the expectations and the reality of raising children. It delves into the various stages of childhood and the parent-child relationship, offering a light-hearted yet insightful view of family life. more
Author
Erma Bombeck
Erma Bombeck was an American humorist and newspaper columnist renowned for her sharp wit and poignant observations on family life and suburban living. Born on February 21, 1927, she passed away on April 22, 1996. Bombeck's columns were syndicated in over 1,000 newspapers, and her books became bestsellers. more
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