Oh, my...the Italian and Irish ethos as well. I'm not afraid to say that the only children/babies I like are my own. and they might tell you they were raised in a different way. This obligation surely challenged my mother and grandmother...I feel a memoir essay coming on. Your words to think about.
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An educator and juvenile justice advocate writing about life, love, justice, environment, and greening my grandchildren for a future I'll never see.
I completely understand how you feel and I can't wait to read more about your story. Thanks for educating me about how different cultures emphasize certain norms.
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