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The speaker is saying that when her children point out her cultural mistakes, their reaction may be less about embarrassment and more about enjoying the chance to correct her. It suggests a mix of family teasing and the discomfort of being corrected by your own kids.
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Originally said in English.
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About Pamela Druckerman
American-French writer and journalist
Pamela Druckerman is an American-French writer and journalist based in Paris. She is known for her writing, including opinion work, and for her long connection to Parisian life. In fall 2013, she became a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times International Edition. Her work moves between journalism and commentary, shaped by her life in France and her perspective as a writer across both American and French settings.
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