Carmen Agra Deedy: Once upon a time, my mother ...

The speaker shares a humorous and heartfelt story about their Cuban mother, exploring themes of storytelling, family, and human connection. Through a series of comedic anecdotes, the speaker highlights the art of storytelling and its power to connect people across cultures and generations.

What does the speaker's mother say about storytelling?

Describe the relationship between the speaker and their parents.

What does the speaker reflect on regarding the stories they tell?

What is the significance of the story titled 'You're Going to Miss Me'?

How does the speaker's mother react when she is stopped by a police officer?

What humorous incident occurs when the speaker's mother decides to drive?

What does the speaker's mother say about her driving skills?

What does the speaker's mother want to exchange at the mall?

How does the speaker's daughter react to the situation with her grandmother?

What does the speaker's mother mean when she says, 'I'm going to drive you crazy probably for about 14, 15 more years'?