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" Sadly, because of the enormous gap between rich and poor, some mothers can afford helpers, but many can't. Those who can would be kinder to refrain from criticizing other women. "

Erica Jong

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Women

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Erica Jong

Feel

Man

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Erica Jong

Think

World

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