You have to suffer to be beautiful. Kidding, kind of. 😂 This was usually as she was ripping rats out of my hair. My mom isn't known for her words of wisdom. Although in some ways it's true.
@MrsT : My mother used to threaten to have my hair cut short when I wanted long hair because I had so many knots. Aah, fond memories! (She never acted on her threats, btw.)