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I had a dozen years to act before starting a family then found that motherhood dwarfed everything else.
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"I had a dozen years to act before starting a family then found that motherhood dwarfed everything else. Once or twice a year, I take a project that appeals to me for its redeeming social value"

- Sissy Spacek

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This quote by Sissy Spacek speaks to the power of motherhood and how it can take precedence over other aspects of life. She had a lots years to pursue her own interests and goals before starting a family, but once she became a mom, she found that it was the most crucial thing in her life. Regardless of this, she still makes time for herself and takes on jobs that have a favorable social effect. This shows that she is still able to pursue her own interests while also being a devoted mom. It is a testimony to her capability to balance her personal and expert life, and to prioritize her household while still making time for herself.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Sissy Spacek somewhere between December 25, 1949 and today. She was a famous Actress from USA. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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