Parenting is meant to be just a natural part of life. You just think you know how to do it but, of course, it’s much more complicated than that. Essie Davis Read Quote
Most mothers think they are bad mothers. We all make terrible mistakes, often, and always think we’re getting it wrong. Essie Davis Read Quote
I don’t know if I want to walk down the street and have everyone staring. I think that would be awful. I’m a pretty shy person, really. Essie Davis Read Quote
I want to have the great roles that move people profoundly. I want to have the choice and be given the opportunity to play those roles, and unfortunately, fame plays a huge part in that. Essie Davis Read Quote
It’s hard, but what’s the point of having children unless you’re there to raise them, I reckon. Essie Davis Read Quote
I have children, and they demand my full and complete attention. They get that when I’m at home, even during the night, but it is really hard, and I do wonder how a lot of women do it without bawling their eyes out every day. Essie Davis Read Quote