Whenever I'm with my mother, I feel as though I have to spend the whole time avoiding land mines.
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In Amy Tan's novel "The Hundred Secret Senses," the protagonist expresses a complex relationship with her mother, indicating that interactions often feel tense and fraught with emotional pitfalls. This metaphor of "avoiding land mines" illustrates the delicate nature of their conversations, suggesting that any misstep could lead to conflict or misunderstanding. The feeling of walking on eggshells highlights the nuances of familial bonds, particularly between mothers and daughters, where deep-seated tensions...
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