Parenting Quote by Carol Emshwiller
““When Gertrude Stein came to Ann Arbor, my mother said that all she said was, a rose is a rose is a rose is a rose. When Dylan Thomas came to Ann Arbor, my father said that he was a terrible man. And that is how I was brought up.””
About This Quote
Source Memoir: Growing Up in Ann Arbor, 1990s, USA
Parental anecdotes about literary figures shaped personal perception of art and identity.
In simple terms: Family stories influence self‑view.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on how early narratives shape your worldview.
Themes
family
literature
identity
upbringing
Mood
nostalgic
introspective
Type
memoir
personal
When to use this quote
- childhood education
- family gatherings
- literary discussions
- personal essays
Key Concepts
cultural transmission
personal narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- What stories from your youth define you?
- How do you reinterpret them now?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations may differ from original intent.
