Nonfiction - Adoption Memoir (Humorous, Maternal, Relatable)
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Vocal Characteristics
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EnglishVoice Age
Middle Aged (35-54)Accents
North American (US Midwest- Chicago, Great Lakes)Transcript
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I could see it coming first the startled glance as the woman looked up from the pile of grapefruit. Then the quizzical stare, her chin thrust forward as she leaned over to inspect the contents of my grocery guard. Are they korean? She asked. They were born in Korea, I said in my clearest teacher voice so that she might catch the subtle distinction to dismiss her. I got unnaturally absorbed in twisting the wire tie around my bag of grapefruit. She didn't quit. Are they sisters? I pulled my cart back and wheeled around her, tossing the words over my shoulder. They are now. She headed us off at the end of the canned vegetable aisle. How long have you had them? Oh! Forever! I answered. Thought that would dismiss her, but she caught up with us at the dairy case. Do you have any of your own this time? I looked her square in the eye. Yes, I said, fainting patients, I have these two daughters. They are my own.