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Tales of Mothers 2: Of Love and Courage
Courage
[/ˈkʌrɪdʒ/] – noun
1. The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
1.1 Strength in the face of pain
At some level, we are all afraid of pain, rejection and failure. This fear alone is enough to stop us from challenging ourselves to reach for whatever we want in life. But mothers would cross the bridge of fear bravely, sacrificing all that they have in pursuit of securing only the best for their children.
Tales of Mothers : Of Love and Courage features 10 real-life anecdotes from mothers and their stories of unconditional love and bravery in the face of adversity. These stories will break our hearts, but they will inspire within us a newfound respect and appreciation for our mothers.
[/ˈkʌrɪdʒ/] – noun
1. The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
1.1 Strength in the face of pain
At some level, we are all afraid of pain, rejection and failure. This fear alone is enough to stop us from challenging ourselves to reach for whatever we want in life. But mothers would cross the bridge of fear bravely, sacrificing all that they have in pursuit of securing only the best for their children.
Tales of Mothers : Of Love and Courage features 10 real-life anecdotes from mothers and their stories of unconditional love and bravery in the face of adversity. These stories will break our hearts, but they will inspire within us a newfound respect and appreciation for our mothers.
220 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 2019
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December 29, 2019
A compilation of journeys in motherhood. We are brought in a tale of sacrifices, courage and most importantly love from women who are called mother. The real-life experiences of these mothers -- going through various challenges the moment they hit the title of being a mother -- from health and educational issues, society and every selfless act they have to make for their children.
This book inspired and aspired us to be more appreciative toward our mother for we never know what they have gone through on raising us.
The touching stories shared in this book had me crying my entire reading. And I realized that entering motherhood required so much more than just having children but knowledge in every aspect of life is crucial. Nobody is ever be really prepared but a journey into motherhood is definitely a long-life learning opportunities.
This book inspired and aspired us to be more appreciative toward our mother for we never know what they have gone through on raising us.
The touching stories shared in this book had me crying my entire reading. And I realized that entering motherhood required so much more than just having children but knowledge in every aspect of life is crucial. Nobody is ever be really prepared but a journey into motherhood is definitely a long-life learning opportunities.
January 28, 2021
My third book for this year Alhamdulillah
Hi everyone, I choose this book personally not because of the review or sequel book, but when I flip open this book , I came across the page where it explains about medical condition of the kids, then I grab the book and surprisingly, I enjoy very much reading this book. I am not mother ( yet ), and I very much hope to be a mother of 6 ( InsyaAllah, Amiiinnn ).
I learn a lot about mother. The struggle of being a mother with sick/disabled child is not as easy as you might think, they have to sacrifice their career, their time and some might be their other kids as they have to give fully attention to the disabled child. What I notice most of the author is very well educated, some of them are medical doctors, some are Master/PHD students and some of them are a great civil servants, and business owner. I think most of them born in privelege. They have the opportunity to pursue studies, mostly overseas.
But what I also realized is, they have a full support from obviously their husband, their kids and the whole family which makes me touched and overwhelmed with the support the mother receive to grow their kids similar to the other able kids. I am happy to hear the achievement. If I were at their place, I might not be as strong as them, as even right now, I am still unmarried and what I did is I can only pray to God to give me husband who can fully support and accept me by all means, InsyaAllah.
"Traditionally, womanhood and motherhood are considered indivisible, intensely linked and often treated as synonymous identities and categories of experience. Further, womanhood and motherhood are, again, traditionally associated with marriage and family. As womanhood and motherhood often involve hardships, women are expected to adopt the principle of self-sacrifice. Because of gender stereotypes, expectations and associated societal barriers, women and mothers face extensive difficulties while taking care of the household
Hi everyone, I choose this book personally not because of the review or sequel book, but when I flip open this book , I came across the page where it explains about medical condition of the kids, then I grab the book and surprisingly, I enjoy very much reading this book. I am not mother ( yet ), and I very much hope to be a mother of 6 ( InsyaAllah, Amiiinnn ).
I learn a lot about mother. The struggle of being a mother with sick/disabled child is not as easy as you might think, they have to sacrifice their career, their time and some might be their other kids as they have to give fully attention to the disabled child. What I notice most of the author is very well educated, some of them are medical doctors, some are Master/PHD students and some of them are a great civil servants, and business owner. I think most of them born in privelege. They have the opportunity to pursue studies, mostly overseas.
But what I also realized is, they have a full support from obviously their husband, their kids and the whole family which makes me touched and overwhelmed with the support the mother receive to grow their kids similar to the other able kids. I am happy to hear the achievement. If I were at their place, I might not be as strong as them, as even right now, I am still unmarried and what I did is I can only pray to God to give me husband who can fully support and accept me by all means, InsyaAllah.
"Traditionally, womanhood and motherhood are considered indivisible, intensely linked and often treated as synonymous identities and categories of experience. Further, womanhood and motherhood are, again, traditionally associated with marriage and family. As womanhood and motherhood often involve hardships, women are expected to adopt the principle of self-sacrifice. Because of gender stereotypes, expectations and associated societal barriers, women and mothers face extensive difficulties while taking care of the household
November 6, 2022
This book is a continuation of the first “Tales of Mothers”, but this time it focuses more on children with special needs.
There are nine stories meant to celebrate mothers, and everyone who can relate to motherhood.
There are nine stories meant to celebrate mothers, and everyone who can relate to motherhood.
April 2, 2020
The continuition of Tales of Mothers 1. Again,inspiring stories for all woman out there,even you are not a mother yet. Like the author said - motherhood is relevant to anyone as we are all born from the womb of mothers,even if we do not become one.
The topic that I like the most and it is related with me : Transform Broken to beautiful. Love the ‘Kintsukuroi’ concept !
Quotes and point taken :
“ Children are a mirror of you. They are innocent,uncorrupted and will reflect the values you instil in them “
“ In society that often reminds you that only throught marriage and motherhood you can become ‘complete’,always bear in mind that none of these truly defines you,and the lack of it either does not lessen your worth”
- Raudhah Mohd Yunus-
“ When you come out of the storm,you wont be the same person who walked in “ Haruki Murakami
“ Rock-bottom leaves you with no choices but to go up.I did gradually rise,but for me rising meant coming down on my knees first,in prostration to God “
“ Life adversities are inevitable,but what we can control is how we deal with it. Either we choose to blame,be permanently pessimist and self destruct, or we face the ‘tests’ with faith and belief that God will compesate us for our patience and persistence “ - Shazana Rifham-
Leason raising autism child:
1.Balance is important in whatever you do.
2.Comparison is the thief of joy
- Aida Mokhtar-
“ Think of betrayal,rejection or failure like a wound that leaves a scar. But rather than you becoming a lesser person,the existence of tge scar is testimony of the growth,of who you have become because of tge pain. You do have the choice to not become bitter especially if the pain that you experienced is none of your fault. You do have the choice to let it turn you into a more beautiful,resilient person “
The topic that I like the most and it is related with me : Transform Broken to beautiful. Love the ‘Kintsukuroi’ concept !
Quotes and point taken :
“ Children are a mirror of you. They are innocent,uncorrupted and will reflect the values you instil in them “
“ In society that often reminds you that only throught marriage and motherhood you can become ‘complete’,always bear in mind that none of these truly defines you,and the lack of it either does not lessen your worth”
- Raudhah Mohd Yunus-
“ When you come out of the storm,you wont be the same person who walked in “ Haruki Murakami
“ Rock-bottom leaves you with no choices but to go up.I did gradually rise,but for me rising meant coming down on my knees first,in prostration to God “
“ Life adversities are inevitable,but what we can control is how we deal with it. Either we choose to blame,be permanently pessimist and self destruct, or we face the ‘tests’ with faith and belief that God will compesate us for our patience and persistence “ - Shazana Rifham-
Leason raising autism child:
1.Balance is important in whatever you do.
2.Comparison is the thief of joy
- Aida Mokhtar-
“ Think of betrayal,rejection or failure like a wound that leaves a scar. But rather than you becoming a lesser person,the existence of tge scar is testimony of the growth,of who you have become because of tge pain. You do have the choice to not become bitter especially if the pain that you experienced is none of your fault. You do have the choice to let it turn you into a more beautiful,resilient person “
May 25, 2020
“God, is always sufficient." I love this quote.
I'm not married yet. Not even planning to get married for the time being, tho I am at the age of people likely to ask me to get married fast.
I like this book, very much. Knowing mother's out there experienced such difficulties amazed me. May Allah gv His blessings and protect your bundle of joy from any harm. Tales of mother somehow make me think of my parent's hardship taking care of me back then when I was 1 year old. I had a ovary cyst (rare case bcs of I was so so young) and need a surgery. Alhamdulillah it went well and I grew up healthily. I'm very thankful for my parents and all their sacrifices for me.
Kudos to this book! Worth reading! Idk how many times my eyes blurred with tears :')
I'm not married yet. Not even planning to get married for the time being, tho I am at the age of people likely to ask me to get married fast.
I like this book, very much. Knowing mother's out there experienced such difficulties amazed me. May Allah gv His blessings and protect your bundle of joy from any harm. Tales of mother somehow make me think of my parent's hardship taking care of me back then when I was 1 year old. I had a ovary cyst (rare case bcs of I was so so young) and need a surgery. Alhamdulillah it went well and I grew up healthily. I'm very thankful for my parents and all their sacrifices for me.
Kudos to this book! Worth reading! Idk how many times my eyes blurred with tears :')
June 19, 2020
saya seorang ayah muda dan buku ini memberi kesan yang mendalam dalam perjalanan saya membesarkan seorang anak perempuan.
Buku ini memberi perspektif baru tentang peranan dan cara pandang seorang suami dan juga seorang bapa.
Buku ini memberi perspektif baru tentang peranan dan cara pandang seorang suami dan juga seorang bapa.
August 20, 2021
Wholesome, I personally enjoyed reading volume 2 more than the first volume. I like the fact that they keep comparing our educational system for special kids to other countries, I wish the system would change for a better future 🤞🏼
April 8, 2020
MashaAllah. My heart crying
August 26, 2023
Mother's out there should read this book. Recommended.
November 22, 2020
This book comprises experiences of mothers who prioritise motherhood over other stuffs and are engaged in continuous struggle to do the best for their children. It focuses more on children with disorder like autism, ADHD, deaf, developmental delay such as sensory, speech, and other physical and cognitive skills.
I truly had a rollercoaster emotions between the pages. At one part, i literally cried when a mother who waited for years for her first born ending up to decide terminating her baby due to some complications😭 Then at another part i smiled joyfully knowing the hardships and struggles of this one parents paid off when their child utter his first word after years of speech delay❤
I somehow feel scared to embark the journey of motherhood later on, how strong and patient a mother could be with a very few of sleep, pumping milk day and night, etc.
Anyway this is a very inspiring and amazing book about motherhood. Eventhough i think it's more like a parenting book but I'm glad to have come to this book earlier as i learned a lot of things especially about kids with special needs❤
5/5👍🏻
I truly had a rollercoaster emotions between the pages. At one part, i literally cried when a mother who waited for years for her first born ending up to decide terminating her baby due to some complications😭 Then at another part i smiled joyfully knowing the hardships and struggles of this one parents paid off when their child utter his first word after years of speech delay❤
I somehow feel scared to embark the journey of motherhood later on, how strong and patient a mother could be with a very few of sleep, pumping milk day and night, etc.
Anyway this is a very inspiring and amazing book about motherhood. Eventhough i think it's more like a parenting book but I'm glad to have come to this book earlier as i learned a lot of things especially about kids with special needs❤
5/5👍🏻
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