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“I had thought a good mother would not elicit such comments, but now I see that a good mother is required to somehow absorb all this ugliness and find a way to fall back in love with her child the next day.”

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Book:Glitter and Glue
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Glitter and Glue

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Kelly Corrigan
Kelly Corrigan

Kelly Corrigan, born on August 16, 1967, is an American writer known for her emotionally rich and vivid storytelling. Her works have won wide acclaim and are beloved by readers. more

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