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The quote compares falling in love to the way a baby changes a parent: the change is real, but it can be clumsy and messy. It suggests that love transforms people in ways that are not neat or fully controlled.
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Originally said in English.
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About Lemony Snicket
Lemony Snicket is a pseudonym for Daniel Handler, an American writer. He is best known for creating the darkly humorous children’s series *A Series of Unfortunate Events*, which blends satire and gothic storytelling. His work explores themes of loss, irony, and the absurdities of childhood.
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