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once a man, twice a child proverb

A man is born as a child, grows to adulthood, and consequently enters old age, when he deteriorates and reverts to a childlike state. Today is the International Day of Families, which is recognized by the United Nations to promote awareness of issues relating to families and to increase knowledge of the demographic, economic, and social processes affecting families.

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