Writing Vintage Poems Inked on Paper: The Birth of a Mother has been a journey of heart, memory, and deep gratitude. This book was born from a place of profound love, reflection, and quiet courage. Each poem in these pages carries the weight of emotions I once struggled to name - dreams paused, sacrifices made, and a love that grew stronger than ambition. To every mother - every woman - known and unknown - whose silent strength, resilience, and unconditional love have breathed life into this collection: this book is my tribute to you. You are the poetry the world so often forgets to read aloud. With all my heart, Deepthi Aiyappa