"One generation plants the trees; another gets the shade."-Chinese Proverb

Does anything summarize the sacrifices of parenthood better than this Chinese proverb? Parents go through a great deal to give their children the best and most secure life possible, and they do it all without ever asking for acknowledgment of their efforts. Well, OK, once in a while, when their patience is REALLY being tested, parents may gently remind their children what they do for them. But the vast majority of the time, the reward is in seeing their kids enjoy the fruits of their labors during a worry-free childhood.

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