Woman, about guy in giant pirate hat: Maybe he works in a seafood restaurant… It’s that or his mom didn’t love him enough.

–Ditmars stop, N train

Overheard by: fan of the hat

Woman to friend: I don’t deserve to have ACS called on me! I’m a good mom! Sort of.

–Astoria Park Track, Astoria

Overheard by: Bridgettttttt

Loud man on cell: Can you hear me? Your mother! Can you hear me now? No? Your mother!

–83rd & Amsterdam

Overheard by: Loud and Clear

Large black lady running down crowded street: My mama didn’t raise me right!

–Brooklyn

Overheard by: anna