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The canvas whispers a story of unexpected tenderness. A woman, her face etched with kindness, cradles a tiny lamb in her arms. The mother sheep stands nearby, her gaze fixed on the pair, a silent plea etched in her eyes.

It’s a scene that transcends species, a testament to the universal language of love. This image, a tribute to mothers everywhere, captures the fierce protectiveness and boundless compassion that defines the maternal bond.

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I may not be your mother, you may not be my child,
Yet there’s a bond between us that can’t be denied.
For I am a mother, and you are a child,
Our spirits connect, innocent and mild.

Let us let go of age-old prejudices, allow our hearts to merge,
Breaking down the barriers, we will never need to urge.
In this union, pure and strong, we find our place,
A connection transcending both time and space.

I can sense the motherly instinct kicking off, oh yes I can feel it surge,
Deep within my heart, emotions begin to emerge.
This bond, though unconventional, is undeniably real,
A love so profound, it’s impossible to conceal.

Love is universal, my little child, a gift from The Lord above,
A divine connection, filled with grace and endless love.
I cherish thee, and feel your love in my very bones,
Together, we create a family, never feeling alone.

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_{The painting on the top is by Johann Baptist Hofner. It is titled “The shepherdess”.}

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