Permanently Dependent Child

Famous quotes containing the words permanently, dependent and/or child:

    “I asked myself, “Is it going to prevent me from getting out of here? Is there a risk of death attached to it? Is it permanently disabling? Is it permanently disfiguring? Lastly, is it excruciating?” If it doesn’t fit one of those five categories, then it isn’t important.”
    —Rhonda Cornum, United States Army Major. As quoted in Newsweek magazine, “Perspectives” page (July 13, 1992)

    “The female of the genus homo is economically dependent on the male. He is her food supply.”
    —Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860–1935)

    “A child who has never fantasized about having other parents is seriously lacking in imagination.”
    —Fred G. Gosman (20th century)