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Mom was the greatest influence of my childhood. She wanted to save me from the vice, lust, and drinking that was all abo
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"Mom was the greatest influence of my childhood. She wanted to save me from the vice, lust, and drinking that was all about me"

- Ethel Waters

About this Quote

Ethel Waters' quote speaks with the powerful impact of her mommy in her childhood years. Her mommy was figured out to safeguard her from the negative influences of her atmosphere, such as vice, lust, and also drinking. This quote reflects the stamina of her mommy's love as well as dedication to her child, and also the sizes she wanted to head to guarantee her safety and health. It likewise talks to the power of a mother's influence in a child's life, and also just how it can form their future. Ethel Waters' mommy was a source of strength as well as guidance, and her influence contributed in helping her daughter to become the effective woman she is today.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ethel Waters between October 31, 1896 and September 1, 1977. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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