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Its a sad moment, really, when parents first become a bit frightened of their children
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"It's a sad moment, really, when parents first become a bit frightened of their children"

- Ama Ata Aidoo

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This quote by Ama Ata Aidoo speaks to the bittersweet nature of parenting. It is a sad minute when moms and dads first come to be a little bit anxious of their children, as it marks the transition from the parent-child connection to the adult-adult partnership. It is a sign that the child is growing up and also coming to be more independent, and the parent is no longer the single authority figure in the youngster's life. It can be a hard change for both the parent and also the kid, as the parent must learn to trust the child to make their own decisions and also the child must discover to take duty for their very own actions. It is a sign of maturation for both the parent and also the youngster, but it can likewise be a hard and also emotional change. Eventually, it suggests the parent's love for their child, as they agree to allow go as well as trust their kid to make their own choices.

About the Author

Ghana Flag This quote is written / told by Ama Ata Aidoo somewhere between March 23, 1942 and today. He/she was a famous Author from Ghana. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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