We find ourselves recognizing the countless ways our mothers have shaped who we are—through their passions, resilience, quirks, and quiet (or loud) lessons. Whether through their careers, their gardens, or their unwavering love, our mothers naturally leave imprints on our souls.
Here are just a few of the many heartfelt ways our mothers have shaped us—along with the beautiful pieces that bring their spirit into our homes.
Billy’s Mama
My mother inspired me to travel. She was a stewardess for American Airlines until she married a pilot (my father) and then was subsequently fired for not being single anymore. Wild times!
The Victoria Robbins Lamp reminds me of my mother because it is just enough kookiness.
Santiago’s Mama:
Well, my mother has inspired me in so many ways. She is a business woman who has her own store. She had breast cancer twice and beat it. She and my father grew a family of 3 children ( just like Billy and Jane). She has always been supportive with our goals and dreams and always, on top of anything, she treated me with so much love.
I could say the Paulina Pendant reminds me of my mother as she love those Otomi figurines stamped on the chandelier.
Jane’s Mama:
My mother is surely responsible for my love of nature/plants/tree/flowers/fabulous gardens.
I am somewhat obsessive about having cut flowers and/or greenery from the yard on display in my house at all times. And I definitely got that from her...much to my chagrin at times...as I seem to always prioritize that over house-keeping....which was, in fact, a habit of hers that I mocked endlessly.
The trait I probably most admired of my mother's was her dogged (on brand word 😆 ) independence. She was unquestionably her own person and not in the least bit afraid to vocalize her beliefs, even if she knew they would ruffle the feathers of her "social set". She also always worked, which was wildly unusual for mothers at that particular time in our particular community. She was a school guidance counselor all throughout my childhood and, later in life, she went back to school and got her third degree, this time in landscaping and subsequently launched a garden design business.
The Dogwood Light reminds me of how she was always fond of a dogwood tree...and endlessly worried about dogwood blight.
Alicia's Mama:
My mother taught me many valuable lessons. She taught me to chase my desires while staying grounded. She influenced me to be creative and try new things. She encouraged my independence and individuality. She taught me to be curious of the world and to explore. She reminded me that life is short... so live it!
I think of her when I see the Pea Pod Mirror... I remember shelling peas with her and my Nana (her mother) after they were freshly plucked from the garden.
