My sisters and I stand, arms around each other, laughind and wiping the tears from each others eyes. The flash of the Polaroid goes off and my family hands me the snapshot. My sisters and I watch quietly together, eager to see what develops. Ghe grey-greensurface changes to the bright colors of our three images, sharpening and deepening all at once. And although we don't speak, I know we all see it: Together we look like our mother. Her same eyes, her same mouth, open in suprise to see, her long-cherished wish.
In this poignant moment, the narrator and her sisters embrace each other, sharing laughter and wiping away tears. As the Polaroid camera captures their image, they eagerly await the development of the photo, a symbol of their bond and shared history. This anticipation is filled with unspoken understanding and connection among them.
As the colors of the photograph emerge, they are struck by the realization that they resemble their mother. They see her features reflected in themselves—her eyes and mouth—signifying a fulfilled longing. This moment highlights the deep familial ties and the lasting impact of their mother's presence in their lives, celebrating both their unity and shared heritage.
