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Don't you make fun of me or my children! Some babies are premature. Mine were all postmature. That's why they're so smart. Their brains had longer to develop.

Jeannette Walls

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Jeannette Walls
Age: 64
Born: 1960
Born: April 21
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It's the Joshua tree's struggle that gives it its beauty.
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Fussing over children who cry only encourages them. That's positive reinforcement for negative behavior.
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Don't be afraid of your dark places. ... If you can shine a light on them, you'll find treasure there.
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