--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Time does not really exist for mothers…" description: "\"Time does not really exist for mothers, with regard to their children. It does not matter greatly how old the child is-in the blink of an eye, a mother..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4cb/diana-gabaldon-185_age_time-does-not-really-exist-for-mothers-w_2704151.jpg" --- # Time does not really exist for mothers, with regard to… ![“Time does not really exist for mothers, with regard to their children. It does not matter greatly how old the child is-in the blink of an eye, a mother can see the child again as they were when they were born, when they learned how to walk, as they were at any age-at any time, even when the child…” quote by Diana Gabaldon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4cb/diana-gabaldon-185_age_time-does-not-really-exist-for-mothers-w_2704151.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4cb/diana-gabaldon-185_age_time-does-not-really-exist-for-mothers-w_2704151.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4cb/diana-gabaldon-185_age_time-does-not-really-exist-for-mothers-w_2704151.jpg) > “Time does not really exist for mothers, with regard to their children. It does not matter greatly how old the child is-in the blink of an eye, a mother can see the child again as they were when they were born, when they learned how to walk, as they were at any age-at any time, even when the child is fully grown or a parent themselves.” [Diana Gabaldon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/diana-gabaldon/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Mothers experience a timeless, ageless connection with their children, perceiving them beyond chronological age. **In simple terms:** Mothers see children as timeless. Key Takeaway Cherish the timeless bond. Themes parenthood time perception love Mood nostalgic affectionate Type reflective emotional When to use this quote - family gatherings - generational storytelling - caregiver support Key Concepts psychology neuroscience Questions to Reflect On - How does this perception affect parenting decisions? - Can this view help in grief? 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