My dad's whole family is in Madras and I was born in America so we didn't have that big Indian community. I don't really have anything interesting to say about it. When I talk about it people are like, 'meh, let's talk about something else.'

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their experience of being born in America to immigrant parents and feeling disconnected from their Indian heritage. With their dad's family residing in Madras (now Chennai), they underline the lack of a sizable Indian community in their upbringing. The speaker shares their disappointment about how when they attempt to discuss their Indian background, people's lack of interest dismisses the topic. This quote conveys the speaker's sense of isolation from their cultural roots and the disheartening response they receive when they try to engage with their heritage.

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