Her sturdy arms held me close as she embraced me.
Oh, my dear. I’m also happy.
Happier than I have in a very, very long time. I came to a profound realization as we stood there surrounded by vibrant paintings.
Mom’s art, which was once suppressed and underappreciated, was now flourishing, as was she.
Additionally, I was absolutely certain that she had found her true love.
Memories came flooding back as we stood there, surrounded by my mother’s artwork. The tension that had pervaded our home for so long, Dad’s vengeful voice, and Mom’s still sighs.
And this is now. a space brimming with love, color, and light.
John said in a gentle voice, “You know, when I first met your mother, she was so reluctant to show me her work.
” Is that really true?
” Mom gave a soft chuckle. I was afraid that you would think it was silly.
Silly? ” John looked at her as though she had strangled the moon.
I fell in love with you, Flo, because of your work of art.
You are a part of it.
” The way they looked at each other and their obvious affection caught my eye as I observed them. This was the ideal representation of love.
I whispered, “I’m so happy for you, Mom,” and my eyes welled up with tears. Her sturdy arms held me close as she embraced me.
Oh, my dear.
I’m also happy.
Happier than I have in a very, very long time. I came to a profound realization as we stood there surrounded by vibrant paintings.
Mom’s art, which was once suppressed and underappreciated, was now flourishing, as was she. Additionally, I was absolutely certain that she had found her true love.
John clapped his hands together and said, “So.
” Who needs food?
I was considering grilling outside on the patio. Mom’s eyes sparkled.
Oh, how wonderful that sounds! Will you join me for dinner, Iva?
” I felt a warmth in my chest as I looked at them both.
I replied with a smile, “I’d love to.
” I would love to. ” I took one last look around as we left the gallery.
The room was more than just a place for Mom to show off her skills. It was evidence of the nurturing and uplifting power of genuine love.
I also felt truly at home for the first time in years as I followed Mom and John to the kitchen and laughed at a joke he had made.
