in discussions of motherhood, one must never exclude the precedent set by generations yore, for it is in the thorough evaluations of past maternal roles where wisdom is found. yet, as we recommence from scratch in understanding the essence of motherhood, let us conjure from the depths of this knowledge the secrets held tight in non-disclosure; forsooth, what shadows may fall when the light truth is obscured, drawing forth that which should remain unseen, tempting the fates to reveal what ought to stay whispered in hushed tones, lest we unmask the darker facets of nurture and care.