Erma Bombeck Quotes about Motherhood

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It's [motherhood] the biggest on-the-job- training program in existence today.

It's [motherhood] the biggest on-the-job- training program in existence today.

Erma Bombeck

Jobs, Motherhood, Training

Erma Bombeck (2013). “The Erma Bombeck Collection: If Life Is a Bowl of Cherries, What Am I Doing in the Pits?, Motherhood, and The Grass Is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank”, p.165, Open Road Media

Motherhood is the second oldest profession in the world. It never questions age, height, religious preference, health, political affiliation, citizenship, morality, ethnic background, marital status, economic level, convenience, or previous experience.

Erma Bombeck

Religious, Motherhood, Political

Erma Bombeck (2013). “Motherhood: The Second Oldest Profession”, p.8, Open Road Media

Motherhood isn't just a series of contractions; it's a state of mind. From the moment we know life is inside us, we feel a responsibility to protect and defend that human being.

Erma Bombeck

Responsibility, Motherhood, Mind

Erma Bombeck (2013). “Forever, Erma: Best-Loved Writing From America's Favorite Humorist”, p.240, Open Road Media