Family Quotes in Middlesex

This is a story that really redefines family (and twists the roots in a family tree). How does Lefty and Desdemona's relationship change as a result of their union? What kind of family do they create?

Jimmy Zizmo has a, how shall we say, traditional view of the family dynamic. He believes that he should bring home the bread and the woman should pop out children. It's no wonder Lina is kind of glad when he's gone.

Tessie seems to want to do everything the complete opposite way of her mother. What about you? How are you like your mother, and how are you different?