Quotes about "Family & Parenting"

A lot of the things that bore adults don't bore children, and people forget that. In some ways, boredom is a projection of adults because we can't remember what childhood was like. ”

Parents who press their children to succeed do so in hopes of preparing them for an adulthood of high achievement. ”

The middle class is a group defined by more than just money: it also leans on credentials, education, aspirations, assets, and, of course, household income. ”

The list of costly services that supplement some children's public education is growing longer and now includes consultants, tutors, and test prep. That's in addition to the homework help some stay-at-home parents can afford to provide. ”

Britain's Royal Families' became my first published book, in 1989, from The Bodley Head, and the rest of the story is - dare I say it? - history! ”

Our pets rely on us entirely for their nutrition. So if you're making your own judgments, that could lead to a mistake. At the same time, we have more control over our pet's diet than we do with our children or with ourselves, so your vet can tell you what is appropriate for your dog and you can assign them that. ”

I have two beautiful children and my husband. The perfect day for me is just to be with them and have fun. We like simple things, you know. ”

My big chip is that I never had an education. I wanted my children to get one so they didn't fall into the same trap as me. ”

I get along great with my family. My parents are really proud of me and my brother, who's a chef here in New York. I don't see my parents often, but they're very supportive, especially as I get older. ”

I am fascinated by the Royal Family because they are shrouded in mystique, and the Queen, and to a certain extent William, represent fabulous blank canvases. I find the Prince of Wales less fascinating because he spills the beans and we know too much about him. ”