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Children Quote by Jodi Picoult

“I realize then that we never have children, we receive them. And sometimes it’s not for quite as long as we would have expected or hoped. But it is still far better than never having had those children at all.” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“I realize then that we never have children, we receive them. And sometimes it’s not for quite as long as we would have expected or hoped. But it is still far better than never having had those children at all.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Novel: My Sister's Keeper, Jodi Picoult, 2004

Children are gifts received, not owned; their presence is a profound blessing despite uncertainties.

In simple terms: Children are received gifts.

Key Takeaway

Cherish children.

Themes

family gratitude uncertainty blessing

Mood

warm reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • counseling
  • support groups
  • life planning

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology parenting

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you appreciate unexpected gifts?
  • What does “receive” mean in relationships?
A Different Perspective

Parenthood can be challenging.

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