Quote by Yul Vazquez

When I was a child it was very clear what I was allowed to see and what I was not allowed to see and there was no discussion or option or negotiation. Whatever my mom said, that's what went down.

When I was a child it was very clear what I was allowed to s

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their childhood and the strict control their mother had over their viewing choices. The statement emphasizes the lack of flexibility or input the speaker had, as their mother's decisions were final and non-negotiable. It highlights the absence of open discussion or options, suggesting a more authoritarian upbringing where decisions were dictated by the parental figure, leaving no room for personal preferences or choices on what they were allowed to watch.

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Mom

By Yul Vazquez

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