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She worried I'd grow up conceited.



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Hence, no compliments. Ever.

by marymc in Six-Word Momoirs on May 06, 2011 | add favorite | T-shirt

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Bevvie says,

Why did she think you would grow up conceited?

marymc says,

To her, the worst offense in life was to think highly of yourself, so no compliments, ever. No encouragement. I had no idea she thought I had talent til many years into adulthood she said one of my paintings was "almost professional".

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