The Caretaker and her Mother

A girl grapples with her mother’s declining health and the delicate balance between rest and habit of work.

Rahul S
4 min readJun 24, 2023

Once upon a time, in a small town nestled amidst rolling hills, there lived a girl named Ayumi. Ayumi’s days were filled with wonder and curiosity as she explored the world around her. However, amidst the beauty of her surroundings, there was one thing that troubled her deeply — her beloved mother’s declining health.

Ayumi’s mother, a woman of strength and resilience, had faced numerous ailments that had weakened her body over time. Despite the toll it took on her, she remained steadfast in her determination to continue working. Day after day, Ayumi pleaded with her mother to take a break, to rest and prioritize her well-being. But her mother, with a stubbornness both admirable and worrisome, refused to yield.

One evening, Ayumi returned home to find her mother engaged in physical work, despite their ongoing discussions about finding a balance between rest and activity. The sight struck a nerve within Ayumi, who had grown increasingly anxious about her mother’s well-being. Unable to contain her frustration any longer, Ayumi stormed into the room, her voice trembling with anger.

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