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From a young age, the Carpenter siblings faced emotional challenges ignited by their family's superficial dynamics. Their parents, Agnes and Harold Carpenter, displayed indifference toward one another and favoritism toward Richard. This dynamic created an environment that diminished Karen's sense of self, often relegating her to a mere role within the family. While Richard’s musical gift was nurtured, Karen found herself overshadowed, nurturing a budding passion for music that was stifled for much of her early life.