She is my mouth-said Grandmother, I announce proudly
'Mouth-said?' they wonder aloud. (Literally मुंह बोली in Hindi)
Surrogate, I meant Surrogate, I shout to laughter.
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Lol, I've experienced similar situations like this as well! Loved your Senryu!