we loved reenacting what we saw. The Church Lady's catchphrases were our catchphrases, and we repeated them until my mother said, exasperated: "Please stop saying 'Isn't that special?' in that strange voice. It is annoying to me and to others." At
Mindy Kaling reflects on her childhood experiences of mimicking characters from television, particularly the Church Lady from Saturday Night Live. She and her friends found joy in reenacting scenes and quoting iconic lines, such as "Isn't that special?" This playful imitation became a bonding activity for them, filled with laughter and shared memories.
However, Kaling's mother grew weary of her daughter's enthusiastic repetition of the catchphrase. She expressed her frustration, highlighting how the quirky voice and catchphrase were becoming bothersome not just to her but also to others around them. This moment illustrates the balance between childhood joy and the reality of adult perspectives on behavior.
