The Relationship Between Mae Mobley And Aibileen

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In 1962 racism was a big issue and African-Americans were treated tremendously and dehumanized. Mae Mobley’s innocence of a child helped her to look beyond the atrocious actions of her culture and create a special bond with her caregiver, Aibileen. The relationship between Mae Mobley and Aibileen was strong in the sense that Mae Mobley saw past the depths of Aibileen’s skin colour and saw Aibileen as she saw herself. Living in what seemed like two different worlds their love for each other was truly powerful and unbreakable. Aibileen cared for Mae Mobley as if she was her own child, giving her advice and making sure Mae Mobley knew she loved her. She was also concerned about her throughout the day and gave her the attention her mother did not. In result of little neglect from Mae Mobley’s mother Mae acts out …show more content…

Their affiliation with each other ensues the dramatic leaving of Aibileen. Mae Mobley is so devastated that she throws a tantrum and makes the situation even worse “ the door flies open down the hall. Mae Mobley runs out in her nightie and she stops in front a me. She hiccuping and crying and her little nose is red as a rose. Her mama must a told her I 'm leaving.” (Stockett 519). The two characters care for each other endlessly hence the overwhelming emotion of Mae Mobley. Tears not only came over Mae Mobley though, Aibileen as well. “ “Please don’t leave, Aibee,” she say, starting to cry again. “I got to baby, I am so sorry” And that’s when I start to cry. I don’t want to, it’s just gone make it worse for her, but I can’t stop.” (Stockett 520). The quote shows that Mae Mobley wasn’t the only person to fall hysterically into tears. Their care for each other was not only powerful but understood by each other, they knew that they will always love each other and that their connection will never be

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