"Yes, and when I had Aaron, he left me, and I didn't know how to raise a child. And I wasn't close to my parents, and because I was too proud to go to my parents for help, I mistreated that little baby. I didn't want a baby"
- Lynn Johnston
About this Quote
In this quote, the speaker is assessing a tough time in their life when they had a child named Aaron. The speaker's partner left them, leaving them to raise the child alone. Nevertheless, the speaker admits that they did not understand how to properly care for a kid and were not near their own moms and dads. Due to their pride, they refused to request help from their parents and ended up maltreating the infant. The speaker also reveals that they did not want a baby in the very first place, which may have contributed to their struggles in raising Aaron. This quote highlights the obstacles of single parenthood and the significance of seeking assistance when needed.
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