THIS BOOK IS ABOUT A YOUNG BLACK BOY'S LOVE FOR HIS MOTHER

MY MOTHER, MY HEART

Dumas tiptoeing in the kitchen, preparing breakfast with a big smile on his face

Dumas woke up early with a big smile on his face. Today was a special day because he had planned a surprise for his mother, Marcella. He tiptoed to the kitchen to prepare her favorite breakfast. As he worked, he thought about how much he loved his mother.

A Morning of Love

Marcella hugging Dumas tightly, with a plate of pancakes in the background

Marcella woke up to the delicious smell of pancakes. She walked into the kitchen and saw Dumas standing proudly with a plate of food. 'Happy Mother's Day!' he exclaimed. Marcella hugged him tightly, feeling her heart swell with love.

The Surprise

Dumas playing on the swings in the park with a big smile, trees and a picnic blanket visible in the background

After breakfast, Dumas and Marcella decided to spend the day at the park. They played on the swings, slid down the slides, and even had a picnic. Dumas loved hearing his mother laugh. It was the best sound in the world to him.

A Day at the Park

Dumas cuddled on the couch, listening intently as Marcella reads a storybook

In the afternoon, they went back home and cuddled on the couch. Marcella read Dumas his favorite story about a brave knight. Dumas listened intently, imagining himself as the hero. He felt safe and happy in his mother's arms.

Story Time

Dumas handing Marcella a handmade card with a drawing of the two of them, Marcella's eyes filled with tears of joy

Dumas had one more surprise for his mother. He handed her a handmade card with a drawing of the two of them. 'I love you, Mom,' it read. Marcella's eyes filled with tears of joy as she hugged Dumas again.

A Special Gift

Dumas and Marcella cooking dinner together, with spaghetti ingredients scattered around

In the evening, they decided to cook dinner together. Marcella taught Dumas how to make her special spaghetti. They laughed and made a mess, but it was so much fun. Dumas loved learning from his mother.

Cooking Together

Marcella tucking Dumas into bed and kissing his forehead

After dinner, it was time for bed. Marcella tucked Dumas in and kissed his forehead. 'Goodnight, my sweet boy,' she said. Dumas smiled and whispered, 'Goodnight, Mom. I love you.'

Bedtime

Dumas drifting off to sleep with a warm smile, Marcella watching over him lovingly

As Dumas drifted off to sleep, he thought about the wonderful day they had spent together. He felt warm and happy, knowing how much his mother loved him. Marcella watched him sleep, her heart full of love. She knew they would always be each other's greatest treasure.