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A mother’s love can’t pay the bills. It can’t put a roof over your head, and it can’t make ends meet. But maybe, with its strength and stability, it can be enough to inspire the pursuit of a better life.
In this week’s Modern Love, the writer Tammy Rabideau recounts a whirlwind year, beginning with an eviction and ending with a full-ride scholarship, and explores the love between her and her daughter that acted as the glue holding their lives together.
Some venture to the park for fresh air or peace and quiet; some may be looking for romance. In China, as the social landscape continues to change drastically, these single seniors venture outdoors in hopes of finding a partner to fill not only the empty bench spot next to them, but also a space in their hearts.
But, if you’ve already found your love this cuffing season, forget putting a ring on it. Put a scrunchie on it instead.
