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Why was this woman, who seemed fairly affluent, buying baby clothes at Babies 'R Us?
Tina Tormey (BucksCountyBookNerd) Regardless of her affluence, she's from the midwest and lives in suburban sprawl. At this time, there weren't a million online baby boutiques to shop …moreRegardless of her affluence, she's from the midwest and lives in suburban sprawl. At this time, there weren't a million online baby boutiques to shop at. It was all about malls and shopping centers and chain stores. I also think it was part of her vision of what makes a good mom: you go to Babies R Us and you get all the necessary (and often uneccessary baby gear.)(less)
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Little Fires Everywhere
by Celeste Ng (Goodreads Author)
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