Question session

What are some of the different Englishes that the author uses in her life?

How did the author's perception of her mother's English change over time?

What does the author mean by describing her mother's English as 'broken' or 'limited'?

What impact did the author's mother's English have on her own academic performance and self-perception?

How did the author approach writing her stories in a way that honors her mother's language?

In what ways does the author convey the importance of family language in her life?

What emotions does the author express when recounting her experiences with her mother's English?

How does the author relate her mother's experiences with language to broader issues faced by immigrant families?