I’ve finally made some headway into Jhumpa Lahiri’s Unaccustomed Earth. It’s a collection of short stories all focusing on Indian American immigrant families and their experiences. I read the title story over the past few days. Oh Lord, just wow. So many emotions, far more internal than the stories in Interpreter of Maladies.I think a lot of American-born children of immigrant parents have conflicted feelings toward their parents. Eternally grateful for their sacrifices and giving us a better life, yet we’re often critical of their shortcomings and resentful of their inability to understand us. The title story gave me some insight into both perspectives, so I’m gonna try my very best to better understand my parents. I’m amazed that her writing so accurately encapsulates these real emotions, and better yet, enlightens me with real wisdom.