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A Conflict of Interest


A Conflict of Interest
by Scottish artist Lauren McLaughlin


As I look at the image shared with me by a member of my marketing team, I find it a true “conflict of interest.” WOW!


It gave me chills. It is so simple yet so profound. One word evokes so many emotions, and when broken down, it evokes even more.


Everyone will likely interpret this differently, but for me, it lays out the entire theme of my books.


The person, “mother.” Trying to see her, to understand, and in my case, to forgive.

To truly explore the “her” beneath the title.


The “other” represents the one who courageously stood in when my “mother” was absent. It is one tiny letter less, perhaps, but in essence, it is the foundation of the entire word.


Finally, “me.” My mother, my other mother, and me. The result of the total.


Will understanding them both help me to understand myself better? I guess we will have to see how it ends.


Until then, let me know how you interpret this insightful piece by Scottish artist Lauren McLaughlin.


Does it speak to you? What story does it tell?

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Aug 07
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

This piece drew me like a “moth” to the flame, which was ignited in me when I first read this amazing book!


I am always intrigued by and look for words within words. The etymology of the word “mother” is (in my opinion) quite profound, seeing just how many and varied origins of this word there are:


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Thank you for sharing, in any language the word ‘Mother’ brings up so many emotions. ❤️❤️❤️

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Aug 07

Extremely thought provoking!

I love it!

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