Quote by Padma Lakshmi

My mom was scared of the old Times Square so I was never allowed to go. Now I'm scared of the new Times Square, so I still never go.

My mom was scared of the old Times Square so I was never all

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's experience regarding Times Square. The mention of the speaker's mom being scared of the old Times Square indicates that it was likely perceived as a dangerous or undesirable place. As a result, the speaker was never permitted to visit. However, it is interesting that the speaker's fear persists even in the new Times Square. This might imply that despite changes and advancements, the place still generates apprehension, potentially due to crowds, unknown elements, or personal concerns. Consequently, the speaker avoids going to Times Square altogether.

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By Padma Lakshmi

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