I understood from what I could read that this was, first of all, a tribute to your mother, who:
My mother wasn't supportive in many ways, but she always had my back when authority tried to force me to conform to imaginary standards.
Of course, the topic was different, and I think I understood what you were saying about the force wanting to impose one rule for all and trying to inhibit everyone's specific personality. You were a rebel and opposed the regulations that led to standardization... I understand that you have a good memory, which helps you recall things from your childhood.
However, the effect on me was to remind me of my mother, who, like your mother, took care of me and encouraged me to read, learn, and write beautifully, as was said at that time. That is, to write the way she wrote, somehow archaic and much more pleasant than the writing imposed by school.
Thank you!
It is a tribute to a part of her - but in many ways, she was a terrible mother! But we all have our pros and cons :)
Then the piece has done its job :) Bringing up past memories, both good and bad, give us that chance to reflect and learn, and maybe come to terms with the bad, and appreciate the good a little more. Hopefully, you have a better feeling after reading.
Yes, I have. I understand that there are many facets of your mother, and I acknowledge that some of them were terrible. However, with time, we may forgive, and perhaps we understand the context better.
Of course, we understand and appreciate the good, and we strive not to repeat the mistakes that parents have made in the past. I'm sure you don't repeat those mistakes.
Thank you!