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“I call the years when our children are between six and twelve the "golden years," not because everything's perfect . . . but because the kids are capable and independent. . . . They're becoming fascinating human beings who continually astound us and make us laugh. And they build our self-esteem. They still adore us for the most part, not yet having reached that age of thinking everything we do is dumb, old-fashioned and irrelevant.”

Quote by Vicki Lansky

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Vicki Lansky (January 6, 1942 - January 15, 2017) was an American author known for her practical and educational works. Her books aimed to help readers improve their daily lives and enhance their quality of life. more

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