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“Well, when I was five, I wanted my mother to let me go around and around inside a dryer with the clothes,” Clary said. “The difference is, she didn’t let me.” “Probably because going around and around in a dryer can be fatal,” Jace pointed out, “whereas pasta is rarely fatal. Unless Isabelle makes…” quote by Cassandra Clare
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““Well, when I was five, I wanted my mother to let me go around and around inside a dryer with the clothes,” Clary said. “The difference is, she didn’t let me.” “Probably because going around and around in a dryer can be fatal,” Jace pointed out, “whereas pasta is rarely fatal. Unless Isabelle makes it.””

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: Clockwork Princess, 2013

A child's reckless curiosity is contrasted with adult caution, highlighting danger.

In simple terms: Kids want risky fun; adults stop them.

Key Takeaway

Balance wonder with safety.

Themes

childhood risk parenting

Mood

playful cautionary

Type

conversational humorous

When to use this quote

  • family advice
  • writing dialogue
  • parental guidance

Key Concepts

curiosity danger humor

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it okay to let kids explore?
  • How do you teach risk without fear?
A Different Perspective

Humor may downplay real hazards.

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