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“How do you tell your mother that you feel you're getting... old? If I'm... old, then what is she?”

Quote by Gail Parent

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Gail Parent, born on August 12, 1940, is a renowned television screenwriter. Her works span a variety of genres and are known for their unique narrative style and profound character development. more

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