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Two gifts for your children: roots and wings
Parents must give their children two things: roots and wings. Give them roots to keep them grounded through tough times. Give them wings to soar above everything, explore new worlds and fly farther than we ever did.
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http://www.zephoria.org/thoughts/archives/2006/05/01/two_gifts_for_y.html
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