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Motherly Quote by Jayne Brown

“I am becoming the woman I've wanted, grey at the temples, soft body, delighted, cracked up by life with a laugh that's known bitter but, past it, got better, knows she's a survivor-- that whatever comes, she can outlast it. I am becoming a deep weathered basket. I am becoming the woman I've longed…” quote by Jayne Brown
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““I am becoming the woman I've wanted, grey at the temples, soft body, delighted, cracked up by life with a laugh that's known bitter but, past it, got better, knows she's a survivor-- that whatever comes, she can outlast it. I am becoming a deep weathered basket. I am becoming the woman I've longed for, the motherly lover with arms strong and tender, the growing up daughter who blushes surprises. I am becoming full moons and sunrises. I find her becoming, this woman I've wanted, who knows she'll encompass, who knows she's sufficient, knows where she's going and travels with passion. Who remembers she's precious, but knows she's not scarce-- who knows she is plenty, plenty to share.””

Jayne Brown

About This Quote

A poetic self-portrait of a woman evolving into strength, love, and resilience, embracing her full self.

In simple terms: A woman embraces her growth, strength, and love.

Key Takeaway

Celebrate personal transformation.

Themes

identity female empowerment poetry growth

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

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When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • therapy
  • coaching

Key Concepts

self-awareness resilience maternal love self‑acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does self‑love influence resilience?
  • What symbols represent personal growth?
A Different Perspective

Poetry may be ambiguous without context.

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