In my life, it would probably be giving birth to my daughter. That probably is the most, the thing that moved me the most, was the most memorable, the most wonderful, the most miraculous. I think a lot of women would probably feel that way, too.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the profound joy and significance of motherhood and the experience of giving birth.
Julie Andrews reflects on the extraordinary impact that giving birth to her daughter had on her life, describing it as a moment that was immensely moving, memorable, and miraculous. She suggests that this experience is likely shared by many women, highlighting the deep emotional connection and meaning that motherhood brings.
In practice
This quote can be used in a speech at a Mother's Day celebration to honor the experiences of mothers.
I've learned a lot of things about myself through singing. I used to have a certain dislike of the audience, not as individual people, but as a giant body who was judging me. Of course, it wasn`t really them judging me. It was me judging me. Once I got past that fear, it freed me up, not just when I was performing but in other parts of my life.
Singing has been a cherished gift, and my inability to sing has been a devastating blow.
My mother was terribly important to me, and I know how much I yearned for her in my youth, but I don't think I truly trusted her.
I come from a long line of below-stairs maids and gardeners. Good ol' peasant stock. My mother and her sister made a quantum leap out of that life. Then I made another quantum leap.
Every time I go out to perform, believe me. You never lose that fear of, 'I hope I do it right. I hope I don't fall flat on my face. I hope this will be good for them.'
Success is terrifying. Like happiness, it is often appreciated in retrospect. It's only later that you place it in perspective. Years from now, I'll look back and say, ‘God, wasn't it wonderful.’
I think you are who you are, and your kids will see who you are. So you'd better be a good person, because they are going to see it, and that's going to shape them. They are going to become you.
Once you bring life into the world, you must protect it. We must protect it by changing the world.
Never forget the nine most important words of any family- I love you. You are beautiful. Please forgive me.
I want my grandchildren to be proud of me. That's the main thing.
My kids and I make pasta three days a week now. It's not even so much about the eating of it; they just like the process. Benno is the stuffer, and Leo is the catcher. They've got their jobs down.
I want to give a child a life who wouldn't be given a life. I want a child that nobody else wants.
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