Well this Fandom Five comes at an amazing time, now doesn’t it?!? Sunday will be my first Mother’s Day and also the day that I reveal the gender of our first child (yes, I already know & yes, it has been torture keeping it a secret). I’m loving this specific prompt since I’ve been thinking a lot about the kind of mom I want to be and the values I want to instill in my child. These powerful mama’s are some I hope to emulate.
1. Debbie Novotny {Queer as Folk}: Debbie stood behind her son no matter what his decision was, and I can only hope to do the same. She was his number one fan and the president of his fan club. Who doesn’t want that kind of support in such a harsh and cruel judgmental world?
2. Daenerys Targaryen {Game of Thrones}: Say what you will about Dany, I mean…sure, she’s having a hard time controlling her children now, but she would do anything to protect them. It may be so that she can gain control of that Iron Throne, but whatever the case may be…you don’t mess with the Mother of Dragons, and you most probably won’t want to mess with me either.
3. Karen {Love Actually}: As a woman, who didn’t feel the powerful feels of Emma Thompson’s last scene in Love Actually? She showed how strong a mother is, and all the sacrifices you have to make for the sake of your children’s happiness. Plus, she was cheeky. I like that.
4. Beth Latimer {Broadchurch UK}: This was such an emotionally charged series, and Beth portrayed a very strong mother, woman and human being all together. She put her family first and fought for justice for her murdered son without a blink of an eye. She also exhibited a lot of flawed characteristics – which made her even more relatable.
5. Molly Weasley {Harry Potter}: The ultimate fandom momma. Molly was the perfect dose of sweet and “don’t fuck with my shit,” which I relate to 100%. And c’mon, she was the one that did away with that terrible Bellatrix LaStrange. Whatta BAMF!
B. says
I love that Molly has been on two lists so far! I expect to see her on a few!
Megan Gotch says
I loved your list! And cannot wait to see you as a mama! You are going to be amazing! Karen was a perfect pick I loved her and so was Beth. xx
Katya Owu says
Omg Beth! I love Broadchurch!
Kendall Ashley says
Karen’s wonderful. Her story is gut-wrenching, but she’s definitely one tough lady! And you’re right, she’s marvelously cheeky! 🙂
Kati Rose says
You are completely right on Molly Weasley being the ultimate fandom mom.
Joie_Fatale says
House Molly for the win! I’m not going to lie, even though I’m Slytherin (and proud) Molly is the epitome of a Gryffindor! She makes me want to be a Slythindor (best of both worlds heehee!).
Happy first (belated) mother’s day! Can’t wait to see you at SDCC!