It is the quiet feeling of safety that follows you through every door; the steady knowing that wherever she stands, you are exactly where you need to be.
This Mother’s Day, we invited our team to share their stories of the women who shaped them—the adventures, the moments, and the memories of the women who make every place feel safe. Every place feel like home.
These are the hands that shaped the women of Few & Far.
Tara
Founder
The Lesson: Whenever things feel tough, my Mum has taught me to push through. She's a hard worker, determined and always gives way more of herself than she should – very much like my Oma! But she's also a very practical woman who taught me how to hang the socks on the clothesline (in pairs and always by the toes so you don't see the peg marks!).
The Feeling: I just love my Mum for all that she is! I speak to her everyday. Some days we just chat about day-to-day things, and other days I might call to ask for an opinion on something. I really value her advice and guidance and her dedication to family. I know she will always there for me. It wasn't until I became a Mum that I understood what that title actually meant. The sacrifices you make because of the love you have for your children is something that can't be explained. If I could give my children even a small part of what my Mum has given me, I feel like I will have done OK. My Mum is certainly the rock of our family and a true role model.
The Memory: I have so many special memories of my Mum. One I love most is when I was finally old enough to fit into her skimpy pair of ripped Levi shorts. They always reminded me of Mum on a Saturday morning, vacuuming the house (wearing those shorts) with John Farnham blasting in the background. We've been to lots of John Farnham concerts – Mum loves him – she thinks he's such a 'honey'! Dad even bought her a poster of him as a joke. Mum used to go to his concerts with my Nan (my Dad's mum) who would wave her cigarette lighter in the air to try and capture his attention. They'd both be whistling through their fingers – Mum had one of the loudest whistles you've ever heard!
Words: In true German fashion, shaped by Australian slang: 'You'll be right!'. Famous last words.
- Tara Solberg
Gonia
Shared by Gonia (about her Mum)
The Lesson: My mum always believed that even in the most difficult moments, there is always a way forward!
The Feeling: I love her for being such a strong person. She went through so much but she never gives up.
The Memory: I cherish my Mum's laughter. No matter how bad things are, she can always find a reason to smile.
Michelle
Shared by Michelle (about her Mum & Nanna)
The Lesson: To be generous and kind, and to always think of others. For my Mum, generosity often meant going without - being selfless, gentle and considered.
The Feeling: My Mum is very gentle and warm. She has a way of making everyone feel comfortable and looked after.
The Memory: I always think of time spent with my Mum and Nanna. She was a very elegant woman, and we’d have simple lunches together the 3 of us - nothing fancy, just time together. There were always special pieces in her home, and now in my Mum’s - things kept and passed down, each with a story. It’s shaped my love for meaningful and sentimental pieces - finding the beauty in objects with history, made from timeless materials and crafted with care.
Words: “Smile, and be kind.” I say this to my kids every day as I kiss them goodbye for school.
Madeleine Steele
Shared by Luca (Son)
The Lesson: Mum has taught me to always be caring of others.
The Feeling: I love that she is always there for me for anything. She comes to all of my sports and cheers for me.
The Memory: I love our long drives or walks together where we just talk the whole time.
Karyn Mcrae
Shared by Karyn (about her Mum, Pam)
The Lesson: My Mum taught me from a young age to stand on my own two feet. To be independent, to back myself and to not wait around for someone else to fix things or make decisions for me. This gave me the confidence to know I can handle anything put in front of me.
The Feeling: I love her energy and her sense of adventure... she's still travelling the world independently at 78!! I hope I have her love for life and energy level when I am her age.
The Memory: I cherish my Mum's unwavering love for her grandchildren, she was all in from the moment her first grandchild was born... They're so lucky to have her. She's taken them on many school holiday adventures, including teaching them all to snow ski from the moment they turned three years old.
Chelsea Crean
Shared by Chelsea (about her Mum)
The Lesson: Roots of Resilience. My Mum taught me how to be brave, how to be resourceful on a budget, and most importantly, the value of nourishing your body. Growing up, my lunchbox was always filled with fresh, healthy food. At the time, I was the kid whose snacks no one wanted to swap! But today, I’m so thankful. That commitment to real, good food is ingrained in me, and it’s a standard I now hold for my own family.
The Feeling: The Scent of Home. There is a specific feeling of coming home from school to a house filled with the aroma of fresh baking. It felt like safety; it felt like being held. Now, as I bake treats with my own boys, I feel that beautiful full-circle moment. Seeing my eldest, Charlie, making homemade hot cross buns with her a few Easters ago is a memory I’ll cherish forever. Watching her pass those skills to her grandsons is the ultimate gift.
The Memory: The Picnic Basket. I’ll never forget a primary school picnic in the park. We had forgotten to bring any baked goods, and as a single Mum juggling it all, she was under so much pressure. I was heartbroken and embarrassed—until I heard my friends yelling my name. I looked up to see Mum arriving with a huge picnic basket, overflowing with biscuits, slices, and muffins. She had gone home and spent the entire morning baking so I wouldn't feel left out. I was the most popular kid in the park that day, but more than that, I felt seen. I do those same things for my boys now, because I know exactly how it made me feel and I want that for them.
Evelyn Rosemary
Shared by Luca & Daisy (Children)
The Lesson: Treat others the way you want to be treated.
The Feeling: Safe and cosy (Luca, 9). I know she will always be there for me (Daisy, 11).
The Memory: Morning snuggles & silly voices.
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