Every Monday and Thursday at motherscope.com you will find a new story or poem written by one of our 31 regular contributors from around the world.
At Motherscope, we believe stories are unique and universal. Our mission is to democratize writing and storytelling by elevating the voices of mothers. We believe reading stories is a self-exploratory and unifying experience. When we receive and celebrate another mother's story, we become open to honoring our own.
These stories are here to keep you company, remind you you're never alone on this motherhood journey, and inspire you to take the time to write your own.
Circuit Breaker
By Lucy Beckley | ‘Mama, are you okay?’ my youngest called out, as I slumped over the toilet bowl retching. She appeared cautiously from behind the door. Eyes watery, teetering with tears that threaten to spill over. Not used to seeing me unwell or in such a state, her empathetic antennae went into overdrive, as I crouched and huddled in the downstairs cloakroom.
Kisses in the Sky
By Lucy Beckley | ‘Are you still there?’ I say. The line crackles. ‘Hello? Are you still there?’ I repeat, louder than necessary, to my husband over the phone. Frustration plumes above me like cloud trails. Our conversation stumbles and stutters as the line falters and then drops.
Fledgling
By Lucy Beckley | The buzzard and her two fledglings soar overhead. I see them high up in the distance as I drive down the lane. I’m coming back home from a long and difficult day. Too much caffeine and an incredibly early start means that I’m jumpy and anxious, chewing on the bottom of my lip and clenching my shoulders. My coffee-stained mind is fraying with all the things I need to do . . .