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I think by the time I was born, my parents had pretty well run the gauntlet with their kids. The novelty had kind of wor
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"I think by the time I was born, my parents had pretty well run the gauntlet with their kids. The novelty had kind of worn off by the time the twelfth child was born. I was lucky to get fed and changed, picked up and taken to school"

- Owen Hart

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In this quote, Owen Hart assesses his upbringing and the dynamics within his household. He suggests that by the time he was born, his parents had actually already experienced the difficulties and difficulties of raising children. The phrase "run the gauntlet" suggests that his moms and dads had to browse through numerous obstacles and difficulties in order to raise their children. As the twelfth child, Owen acknowledges that the novelty of having a brand-new infant had diminished for his moms and dads. This could suggest that his moms and dads were less ecstatic or enthusiastic about having another kid. Nevertheless, in spite of this, Owen feels lucky to have actually been taken care of and offered by his parents, even if it may not have actually been with the very same level of attention as his older siblings. The reference of being "fed and altered, got and taken to school" highlights the standard needs that were satisfied by his parents, however likewise recommends that there may have been less psychological or individual participation in his childhood. In general, this quote showcases the complexities and challenges of raising a large household, but likewise highlights the love and care that Owen received from his moms and dads.

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Owen Hart This quote is written / told by Owen Hart between May 7, 1965 and May 23, 1999. He was a famous Entertainer from Canada. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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