What had I expected of the first child? Everything. Rocket scientist. Neurosurgeon. Designated hitter. We talked wisely at cocktail parties about the sad mistake our mothers had made in pinning all their hopes and dreams on us. We were full… — Anna Quindlen Copy Share Image
My father expected his first child to be a boy, and when it didn't turn out that way he didn't let the fact get in the way of a good story. — Anna Quindlen Copy Share Image