Mothers Around the World, A Mosaic
Filed Under: Photography by Audrey ScottWhen I think of my mother and my grandmothers, I feel fortunate to be born into a line of strong and determined women. My mother led by example, demonstrating that one’s personal and professional life is not static, but rather an evolution in personal development and fulfillment that includes taking a bit of risk from time to time. Additionally, both my grandmothers raised families in challenging circumstances – one in Korea shortly after the Korean War, the other in India in the 1950s.
As I consider their histories, I’m reminded of how much I have to learn from them and the lives they’ve chosen to lead.
On this Mother’s Day, I wondered how I might draw a connection between them and what we’ve learned traveling around the world. One of the most universal and special moments we encounter (and occasionally have the good fortune to capture) is that of a mother holding her child. A glance or a caress evokes care, warmth, pride, happiness, joy.
As our mothers look at us, we look to them.
With that, I leave you the mosaic below and wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers in the world!
Mothers and children from Nepal, India, Guatemala, China, Burma, Nicaragua, and Kyrgyzstan
May 9th, 2010 at 9:11 am
What a great collection and tribute to moms and to your long travels. Thanks.
May 9th, 2010 at 10:47 am
The most beautiful mother’s day gift–thank you for posting this.
May 9th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
These are just beautiful shots, really gorgeous and a wonderful way to honor the day
May 9th, 2010 at 4:38 pm
Beautiful, thoughtful post, especially on this day when many of us are so far from our mothers… and daughters!
May 9th, 2010 at 10:44 pm
Beautiful!!! Happy Mother’s Day to all. Mom’s are what make the world go round.
May 9th, 2010 at 11:51 pm
Thanks for a lovely composite. What beautiful faces.
May 10th, 2010 at 9:21 am
A special and warm mosaic
May 10th, 2010 at 12:23 pm
Mother’s Day is touchy for me. My mother didn’t have en easy life and now lives in a nursing home. It’s strange to be so young and have a mother in one of those places. Ahh long story, but meanwhile, thanks for such an inspirational post!
May 10th, 2010 at 9:45 pm
Everyone, thanks for your comments and kind words about this post and photos!
@Margaret: My mother was with my grandmother on Mother’s Day, so they were both in my mind and this was my way to feel closer when I was far away.
@Nomadic Chick: It must be so difficult to go through having your mother in a nursing home when you’re still so young. I feel like I’m more sensitive to my parents getting older as we’re so far away so much of the time. Makes one realize how short life is and to appreciate the health of loved ones.
May 12th, 2010 at 6:40 pm
I have a mother, age 83 who is living in a different country away from me. I also am a mother, I have a daughter, age 18, who is currently living abroad in an other different country. I mean, what is the wrong with people, why can’t we just stick together?
Anyway, I hope not to be nosy, but have you ever considered to be a mom youself? I can almost guarantee that it will be the most challenging journey of your life! Kind of looking forward to your reports from travelling around with ‘How not to forget your baby behind’.
Regards,
Olivia from Norway
May 16th, 2010 at 10:34 pm
@Olivia: I hear you on generations staying closer together, but it is tough to balance personal and professional needs. Life gets complicated quickly it seems.
I am fortunate now to be back in the States and staying with my mother for the week. She loved your comment and question about kids!
May 17th, 2010 at 5:15 pm
I LOVE the mosaic! We will share with our moms! Best, Dani and Bernie (aka BorderJumpers)
May 22nd, 2010 at 4:53 am
A really lovely collection. There’s such a tenderness in all of these photos.
May 22nd, 2010 at 11:13 am
Bernard & Laura: Glad you enjoyed this photo collection of mothers and children! It is a tender and special moment to capture – very personal.