Celebrating Mothers
May 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Artists, writers and musicians have paid homage to
mothers and in this challenge I hope we can look at some of their tributes as
we come up to Mothers Day.
Level 1: 5 - 10 Tasks
Level 2: 11 - 15 Tasks
Level 3: 16 or more
For each item you may do one task only.
Level 1: 5 - 10 Tasks
Level 2: 11 - 15 Tasks
Level 3: 16 or more
Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1, best known under its colloquial name Whistler's Mother or Portrait of Artist's Mother. It is a painting in oils on canvas created by the American-born painter James McNeill Whistler in 1871. The subject of the painting is Whistler's mother, Anna McNeill Whistler. It is held by the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, having been bought by the French state in 1891.
🖼️ Read a book set in Paris or with an MC who is called Anna or where a character whistles (Give a partial sentence and page/loc #).
Beauty and the Playboy Prince - Justine Lewis (HR #4890 - Feb 2024) (Paris, partly) - May 14
2. The Child's Bath
The Child’s Bath, oil-on-canvas painting created in 1893 by American artist Mary Cassatt during her mature period. The work depicts an intimate and tender moment between a woman and a child without indulging in excessive sentimentality. Like much of Cassatt’s work in the early 1890s, The Child’s Bath combines the techniques of her fellow Impressionists with the aesthetics of Japanese printmaking.
🖼️ Read a book where a character takes a bath or is set in Japan or with a character who is mature.
The Child’s Bath, oil-on-canvas painting created in 1893 by American artist Mary Cassatt during her mature period. The work depicts an intimate and tender moment between a woman and a child without indulging in excessive sentimentality. Like much of Cassatt’s work in the early 1890s, The Child’s Bath combines the techniques of her fellow Impressionists with the aesthetics of Japanese printmaking.
🖼️ Read a book where a character takes a bath or is set in Japan or with a character who is mature.
The Duke's Mercenary - C.H. Admirand (Dragonblade - June 2024) (bath)- June 24
3. Migrant Mother, Nipomo, California
Migrant Mother is a photograph taken in 1936 in Nipomo, California, by American photographer Dorothea Lange during her spell at the Resettlement Administration. Since then, the photograph has become an icon of the Great Depression and has been reproduced to serve as advertisements and much more.
🖼️ Read a book about the Great Depression or set in California or with a character who takes photographs.
Migrant Mother is a photograph taken in 1936 in Nipomo, California, by American photographer Dorothea Lange during her spell at the Resettlement Administration. Since then, the photograph has become an icon of the Great Depression and has been reproduced to serve as advertisements and much more.
🖼️ Read a book about the Great Depression or set in California or with a character who takes photographs.
Three Cowboys and a Bride - Kate Pearce (Zebra - May 2024) (California) - June 9
4. Ritratto della madre
Portrait of Artist's Mother is an 1888 painting by Vincent van Gogh of his mother, Anna Carbentus van Gogh, drawn from a black-and-white photograph. Van Gogh's introduction to art was through his mother, herself an amateur artist. After years of strained relations with family members, Van Gogh excitedly shared some of his works he thought his mother would appreciate most, of flowers and natural settings. In this painting, Van Gogh captures his mother's dignified and proud nature.
🖼️ Read a book with a genre tagged as family or with a character who is proud or a book that excites you.
Portrait of Artist's Mother is an 1888 painting by Vincent van Gogh of his mother, Anna Carbentus van Gogh, drawn from a black-and-white photograph. Van Gogh's introduction to art was through his mother, herself an amateur artist. After years of strained relations with family members, Van Gogh excitedly shared some of his works he thought his mother would appreciate most, of flowers and natural settings. In this painting, Van Gogh captures his mother's dignified and proud nature.
🖼️ Read a book with a genre tagged as family or with a character who is proud or a book that excites you.
15 Summers Later - RaeAnne Thayne (Canary Street Press -June 2024) (family) - June 20
One of the most famous paintings that focuses on a mother and child is credited to Monet. This work is titled Camille Monet and Child and was completed in 1875. The painting depicts Monet’s wife and a child.
🖼️ Read a book where the MC has a wife or with a character who is famous or where the author's initials can be found in MONET.
The Kiss That Made Her a Countess - Laura Martin (HH #1803 - July 2024) (has wife) - June 27
Songs
1. I'll Always love my Mama The Intruders
"I'll Always Love My Mama" is a 1973 single by the Philly soul group The Intruders. Released from their album Save the Children, the single is a song commonly played on Mother's Day.
The song was inspired by Kenny Gamble's mother, Ruby, who died in 2012.
🎶 Read a book published in 2012 or a book where a child is saved or with a character called Kenny or Ruby.
1. I'll Always love my Mama The Intruders
"I'll Always Love My Mama" is a 1973 single by the Philly soul group The Intruders. Released from their album Save the Children, the single is a song commonly played on Mother's Day.
The song was inspired by Kenny Gamble's mother, Ruby, who died in 2012.
🎶 Read a book published in 2012 or a book where a child is saved or with a character called Kenny or Ruby.
Smoky Mountains Graveyard - Lena Diaz (HI #2213 - May 2024) (child saved) - May 1
2. You Can't Hurry Love Supremes
You Can't Hurry Love" is a 1966 song originally recorded by the Supremes on the Motown label. The song, a memory of a mother's words of encouragement telling her daughter that with patience she will find that special someone one day, is an example of the strong influence of gospel music present in much of R&B and soul music.
🎶 Read a book where a mother gives advice to her daughter or a genre tagged as music or where the author's initials can be found in MOTOWN.
You Can't Hurry Love" is a 1966 song originally recorded by the Supremes on the Motown label. The song, a memory of a mother's words of encouragement telling her daughter that with patience she will find that special someone one day, is an example of the strong influence of gospel music present in much of R&B and soul music.
🎶 Read a book where a mother gives advice to her daughter or a genre tagged as music or where the author's initials can be found in MOTOWN.
Secrets in the Little Irish Village - Michelle Vernal (Bookouture - May 2024) (mother/advice) - May 22
3. Mama Knows
The song “Mama Knows” by Shenandoah resonates with many listeners. It beautifully captures the bond between a mother and her child, highlighting the unconditional love and wisdom that only a mother can possess. This heartfelt ballad takes the listeners on a journey through the many stages of life, reminding us of the invaluable support and guidance provided by a mother’s intuitive understanding.
🎶Read a book where the MC is a mother or where a character receives unconditional love or a character who gives guidance or wisdom to another.
The song “Mama Knows” by Shenandoah resonates with many listeners. It beautifully captures the bond between a mother and her child, highlighting the unconditional love and wisdom that only a mother can possess. This heartfelt ballad takes the listeners on a journey through the many stages of life, reminding us of the invaluable support and guidance provided by a mother’s intuitive understanding.
🎶Read a book where the MC is a mother or where a character receives unconditional love or a character who gives guidance or wisdom to another.
What Ales the Earl - Sally MacKenzie (Zebra - Aug 2018) (mother) - May 15
4. Mama Tried Merle Haggard
"Mama Tried" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Merle Haggard and The Strangers. It was released in July 1968. In "Mama Tried", Haggard focuses on the pain and suffering he caused his own mother by being incarcerated in 1957 in San Quentin.
🎶Read a book where a character is incarcerated or a book set in the country or a book published in July of any year.
"Mama Tried" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Merle Haggard and The Strangers. It was released in July 1968. In "Mama Tried", Haggard focuses on the pain and suffering he caused his own mother by being incarcerated in 1957 in San Quentin.
🎶Read a book where a character is incarcerated or a book set in the country or a book published in July of any year.
A Colton Kidnapping - Justine Davis (HRS #2283 - July 2024) - June 26
5. Boyz II Men - “A Song for Mama”
"A Song for Mama" is a number-one R&B single by the American R&B group Boyz II Men. The Boyz II Men ballad is about a family held together by a mother’s traditions.
🎶 Read a book that is first in a series or a genre that is tagged family or set in USA.
"A Song for Mama" is a number-one R&B single by the American R&B group Boyz II Men. The Boyz II Men ballad is about a family held together by a mother’s traditions.
🎶 Read a book that is first in a series or a genre that is tagged family or set in USA.
Cold Case Identity - Nicole Helm (HI #2193 - Feb 2024) (USA) - May 28
6. The Beatles Julia
"Julia" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles from their 1968 double album The Beatles (also known as "the White Album"). It is performed as a solo piece by John Lennon. The song was written by Lennon (though credited to Lennon–McCartney) about his mother Julia Lennon, who died in 1958 at age 44.
🎶 Read a book set in England, part of a duology, or with a white cover (Show cover).
"Julia" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles from their 1968 double album The Beatles (also known as "the White Album"). It is performed as a solo piece by John Lennon. The song was written by Lennon (though credited to Lennon–McCartney) about his mother Julia Lennon, who died in 1958 at age 44.
🎶 Read a book set in England, part of a duology, or with a white cover (Show cover).
The Lyon's Gambit - Ruth A. Casie (Dragonblade Pub - May 2024) (England) - May 18
7. Blake Shelton: The Baby
The song describes how a mother thinks of her children, especially the narrator who is the youngest child in his family, and tells of various situations where he is referred to as "the baby". Later on, the narrator tells of receiving a telephone call to come to the family's home in Louisiana, where his mother is dying however, he arrives shortly after she is pronounced dead. Her son says " And cried just like a baby."
🎶Read a book where a character has a baby or where a mother dies or set in Louisiana.
The song describes how a mother thinks of her children, especially the narrator who is the youngest child in his family, and tells of various situations where he is referred to as "the baby". Later on, the narrator tells of receiving a telephone call to come to the family's home in Louisiana, where his mother is dying however, he arrives shortly after she is pronounced dead. Her son says " And cried just like a baby."
🎶Read a book where a character has a baby or where a mother dies or set in Louisiana.
The Love Shack - Lori Foster (Canary Street - June 2024) (mother dies) - June 17
8. “The Wish” by Bruce Springsteen
“The Wish” is a moving tribute to a mother because a specific experience from Bruce Springsteen's life inspired it. Growing up, Springsteen’s family didn’t have much money, so his desire to have a guitar as a child seemed like nothing more than a wish. Despite this, his loving mother continued saving until she could finally afford to give her son the gift that would lay the foundation for his musical career.
🎶Read a book where a character wishes for something or where a family is poor or with a character who plays a guitar.
“The Wish” is a moving tribute to a mother because a specific experience from Bruce Springsteen's life inspired it. Growing up, Springsteen’s family didn’t have much money, so his desire to have a guitar as a child seemed like nothing more than a wish. Despite this, his loving mother continued saving until she could finally afford to give her son the gift that would lay the foundation for his musical career.
🎶Read a book where a character wishes for something or where a family is poor or with a character who plays a guitar.
Unbuttoning the Bachelor Doc - Deanne Anders (HMED #1394 - June 2024) (guitar) - May 31
9. Mama, I’m Coming Home” by Ozzy Osbourne
“Mama, I’m Coming Home” is a tribute to mothers all over the world. In the song, Ozzy acknowledges the sacrifices his mother, Lillian, made for him. She was always there for him, even in his darkest moments. Mothers are the first teachers, friends, and role models for their children. They make sacrifices and provide unconditional love that is often taken for granted.
🎶 Read a book with a character who is a teacher or where a character sacrifices something for another or where a character is a role model.
“Mama, I’m Coming Home” is a tribute to mothers all over the world. In the song, Ozzy acknowledges the sacrifices his mother, Lillian, made for him. She was always there for him, even in his darkest moments. Mothers are the first teachers, friends, and role models for their children. They make sacrifices and provide unconditional love that is often taken for granted.
🎶 Read a book with a character who is a teacher or where a character sacrifices something for another or where a character is a role model.
How to Tame a King – Juliette Hyland (HR #4906 – June 2024) (sacrifices) - June 2
10. The Hand That Rocks the Cradle” by Glen Campbell
Though it was recorded well into the 80s, this Glen Campbell tune (a duet with Steve Wariner) is one of the ultimate old-fashioned songs about moms, saying that “There ought to be a hall of fame for mamas/Creation’s most unique and precious pearls/And heaven help us always to remember/That the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.”
🎶 Read a book with a hand on the cover (Show cover) or with a character called Glen or Steve or that is set or published in the 1980s.
Though it was recorded well into the 80s, this Glen Campbell tune (a duet with Steve Wariner) is one of the ultimate old-fashioned songs about moms, saying that “There ought to be a hall of fame for mamas/Creation’s most unique and precious pearls/And heaven help us always to remember/That the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.”
🎶 Read a book with a hand on the cover (Show cover) or with a character called Glen or Steve or that is set or published in the 1980s.
Amish Witness To Murder - Dana R. Lynn (LIS #1108 - June 2024) (Steve) - May 20
11. "The Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys
"The Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys is a heartfelt tribute to a mother figure. The song expresses gratitude and admiration for the unwavering love, support, and guidance provided by a mother throughout the different stages of life. The lyrics emphasize the importance of the little things in love, and how they can hold deep meaning.
🎶 Read a book that you love or a book that has a character described as perfect (Tell us who) or where the first letter of each title word can be found in BACKSTREET BOYS.
"The Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys is a heartfelt tribute to a mother figure. The song expresses gratitude and admiration for the unwavering love, support, and guidance provided by a mother throughout the different stages of life. The lyrics emphasize the importance of the little things in love, and how they can hold deep meaning.
🎶 Read a book that you love or a book that has a character described as perfect (Tell us who) or where the first letter of each title word can be found in BACKSTREET BOYS.
A Second Summertime Courtship - Sandra Sookoo (Dragonblade - May 2024) (title) - May 28
*Books
1. Listen to Your Mother: What She Said Then, What We're Saying Now by Ann Imig
"Listen to Your Mother" is a collection of honest and powerful essays celebrating motherhood. In 2010, Ann Imig decided Mother s Day was lacking that instead of being solely a commercialized retail-driven holiday, the focus should be on family. By bringing our community together to share personal stories about our mothers, we could get back to the core of why mothering is important.
📖 Read the book "Listen to Your Mother" or that is tagged holiday or where the author's initials can be found in MOTHER.
1. Listen to Your Mother: What She Said Then, What We're Saying Now by Ann Imig
"Listen to Your Mother" is a collection of honest and powerful essays celebrating motherhood. In 2010, Ann Imig decided Mother s Day was lacking that instead of being solely a commercialized retail-driven holiday, the focus should be on family. By bringing our community together to share personal stories about our mothers, we could get back to the core of why mothering is important.
📖 Read the book "Listen to Your Mother" or that is tagged holiday or where the author's initials can be found in MOTHER.
Married by Mistake - Shannon Stacey (HSE #3024 - Dec 2023) (holiday) - July 20
2. Las Mamis by Esmeralda Santiago
A marvelous anthology in which some of the most acclaimed Latino authors share unforgettable memories of their mothers. The women lovingly portrayed in Las Mamis represent a cross section of Latino life and culture. They come from rich families in the big cities of Latin America, from rural immigrant families, and from the worlds in between--and they share an extraordinary inner strength, often maintained against incredible odds. Pressed by conflicting cultural expectations, circumstance, and religion, they have managed the challenges of motherhood, leaving enduring legacies for their children. Las Mamis celebrates the universality of family love and the special bond between mothers and children.
📖 Read a book with a character who is Latino or a book set in Latin America or read Las Mamis.
A marvelous anthology in which some of the most acclaimed Latino authors share unforgettable memories of their mothers. The women lovingly portrayed in Las Mamis represent a cross section of Latino life and culture. They come from rich families in the big cities of Latin America, from rural immigrant families, and from the worlds in between--and they share an extraordinary inner strength, often maintained against incredible odds. Pressed by conflicting cultural expectations, circumstance, and religion, they have managed the challenges of motherhood, leaving enduring legacies for their children. Las Mamis celebrates the universality of family love and the special bond between mothers and children.
📖 Read a book with a character who is Latino or a book set in Latin America or read Las Mamis.
Campus Killer - R. Barri Flowers (HI #2234 - Aug 2024) (Latino hero) - July 8
3. The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther
King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation by Anna Malaika Tubbs
The Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin shaped a Nation. Berdis Baldwin, Alberta King, and Louise Little were all born at the beginning of the 20th century and forced to contend with the prejudices of Jim Crow as Black women. These three extraordinary women passed their knowledge to their children with the hope of helping them to survive in a society that would deny their humanity from the very beginning. These women used their strength and motherhood to push their children toward greatness, all with a conviction that every human being deserves dignity and respect despite the rampant discrimination they faced.
📖 Read The Three Mothers or read a book about racism or read a book that is third in a series.
The Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin shaped a Nation. Berdis Baldwin, Alberta King, and Louise Little were all born at the beginning of the 20th century and forced to contend with the prejudices of Jim Crow as Black women. These three extraordinary women passed their knowledge to their children with the hope of helping them to survive in a society that would deny their humanity from the very beginning. These women used their strength and motherhood to push their children toward greatness, all with a conviction that every human being deserves dignity and respect despite the rampant discrimination they faced.
📖 Read The Three Mothers or read a book about racism or read a book that is third in a series.
The Gift - Julie Garwood (Pocket - Jan 1991) (Book 3 - Crown's Spies) - May 6
4. A Tribute to Motherhood: In Honour of our Precious
Mothers by Shepard Shumirai Chishato
A Tribute to Motherhood In the vast tapestry of life, there exists a profound force that shapes humanity, bestowing upon it the gifts of love, faith, and hope. This force is none other than the remarkable institution of motherhood. This book stands as a heartfelt tribute and a sincere compliment to the awe-inspiring role that mothers play in our lives.
📖 Read a book where a character gets a gift or that has the word mother in the text (Give a partial sentence and page/loc #) or where a character plays a role.
A Tribute to Motherhood In the vast tapestry of life, there exists a profound force that shapes humanity, bestowing upon it the gifts of love, faith, and hope. This force is none other than the remarkable institution of motherhood. This book stands as a heartfelt tribute and a sincere compliment to the awe-inspiring role that mothers play in our lives.
📖 Read a book where a character gets a gift or that has the word mother in the text (Give a partial sentence and page/loc #) or where a character plays a role.
Her Private Security Detail - Patricia Sargeant (HRS#2282 - June 2024) (heard his mother's voice - loc 83) - May 31
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