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I preferred sewing to bossing little children
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"I preferred sewing to bossing little children"

- Mother Jones

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This quote by Mother Jones speaks to her preference for the creative as well as constructive act of sewing over the more authoritative as well as managing act of bossing little children. It recommends that Mother Jones discovered extra delight and contentment in the creative process of stitching than in the more traditional roles of authority as well as control. It additionally indicates that she was extra comfy with the concept of developing something attractive as well as beneficial than with the idea of managing and also taking care of the behavior of youngsters. This quote speaks with Mother Jones' worths and also her commitment to creativity as well as constructive tasks. It also speaks to her belief that creativity and also positive activities are more vital than conventional functions of authority as well as control. Eventually, this quote speaks to Mother Jones' commitment to creativity and her idea that it is more important than standard duties of authority and also control.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mother Jones between August 1, 1837 and November 30, 1930. He/she was a famous Activist from USA. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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