Having fun?” said George. “Yes, Mr Lane,” said Dinkesh…
““Having fun?” said George. “Yes, Mr Lane,” said Dinkesh. “Kenny has just flown out of the window.” “That’s nice,” said George, banishing from his mind the thought that children as young as Kenny and Dinkesh would be daft enough to take drugs in their bedrooms.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A casual conversation masks underlying denial about youth drug use, highlighting avoidance.
In simple terms: Denial hides serious issues.
Address problems directly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family discussions
- school counseling
- community outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents honest dialogue about drug use?
- How can you create a safe space for truth?
Avoidance can worsen problems.