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Praise is warming and desirable. But it is an earned thing. It has to be deserved, like a hug from a child.
Phyllis McGinley
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"Praise is warming and desirable. But it is an earned thing. It has to be deserved, like a hug from a child."
— Phyllis McGinley

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Praise is warming and desirable. But it is an earned thing. It has to be deserved, like a hug from a child. — Phyllis McGinley

About Phyllis McGinley

Phyllis McGinley was a Author from United States (1905–1978).

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Who said "Praise is warming and desirable. But it is an earned thing. It has to be deserv…"?
This quote is attributed to Phyllis McGinley, a Author from United States.
When did Phyllis McGinley live?
Phyllis McGinley lived from 1905 – 1978.