'I wish my parents took good care of their grow-op.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses regret about parental neglect of a specific task or property.
- In plain terms
- I wish my parents had cared for their grow-op.
- What can you take from it?
- Neglect of responsibilities can cause long-term regret.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What should parents prioritize?
- How much does property matter?
Another view
Careers may not have been the priority.
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