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Mothers and Daughters

“What I would like to give my daughter is freedom. And
this is something that must be given by example, not by
exhortation. Freedom is a loose leash, a license to be
different from your mother and still be loved . . . . Freedom
is . . . not insisting that your daughter share your
limitations. Freedom also means letting your daughter
reject you when she needs to and come back when she
needs to. Freedom is unconditional love.” Erica Jong

Dedication:
This book is dedicated to three very important women. My
mother, Pearl who was always there to help and support me, no
matter how crazy or outlandish the idea. Now our roles are
reversed, I am taking care of you.

My daughter Laura, a beautiful woman both physically and
spiritually who is not afraid to live her dreams and make them a
reality. I hope I was instrumental in bringing that into your life. I
am proud to be your mother. Live, laugh and love my lovely
daughter, for the world is yours for the asking.

My granddaughter, Haley who makes me burst with pride at the
intelligent, loving and beautiful woman she has become. At
sixteen, your journey into womanhood is just beginning, decide
what you want and then go after it with everything you have. Live
your passion; life is to be lived to the fullest, every minute of
every day.

I love all of you, you make me who I am and I thank you.

Dedicated to Mothers and Daughters everywhere.


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