Out of the mouths of babes comes a lot of what they should have swallowed.
Franklin P. Jones (1908-1980) American journalist, humorist, public relations executive
(Attributed)
A take-off from the Biblical aphorism, "Out of the mouths of babes comes wisdom" (Ps. 8:2).
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I like handling newborn animals. Fallen into life from an unmappable world, they are the ultimate immigrants, full of wonder and confusion.
Diane Ackerman (b. 1948) American poet, author, naturalist
The Moon by Whale Light, ch. 4 “White Lanterns” (1991)
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A baby is an inestimable blessing and bother.
Mark Twain (1835-1910) American writer [pseud. of Samuel Clemens]
Letter (1876-09-01) to Annie Webster
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This quote is widely cited, but I was unable to find a decent source for it online.
CALVIN: Dad, how do people make babies?
CALVIN’S DAD: Most people just go to Sears, buy the kit, and follow the assembly instructions.
CALVIN: I came from Sears??
CALVIN’S DAD: No, you were a Blue Light Special at K Mart. Almost as good, and a lot cheaper.
CALVIN: AAUUGHHH!
CALVIN’S MOM [off panel]: Dear, what are you telling Calvin now?!
