What happens when a mother's dream becomes her child's nightmare? Sometimes the intention and goal of a parent may be the same as their child's. Yet, the path to the end may not take the same route. Often times, mothers may pass many things on to their children. Whether a dream or cliché, the intention is always with a heartfelt confidence that the child will somehow take on some piece of her …showed first 75 words of 1249 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1249 total…Tab/>When life, hope, and dreams all come together, they have a tendency to create great expectations, which often can lead to great disappointments. Both Baker and Tan's mothers had only wanted the best for their children. The fulfillment of their dreams may have taken a rough path, but their mutual aspirations were always to try their best. Finally, the children understand their mother's hope for them. In the end, only pride remained.