“I will never understand children. I never pretended to. I meet mothers all the time who make resolutions to themselves. 'I'm going to ... go out of my way to show them I am interested in them and what they do. I am going to understand my children.' These women end up making rag rugs, using blunt scissors.”
Quote by Erma Bombeck
Work
Four of a Kind: A Suburban Field Guide
This book offers an insightful look into the world of suburban living, examining the social structures, cultural nuances, and everyday experiences that define this particular type of community. 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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