Some reunions unfold quietly, before they are given a name. A young man comes back to his homeland after a four-year absence, and his mother is unaware of his return. She is seated as he stands behind her, gently massaging her shoulders. As she remains in her chair, her awareness shifts, and she begins to realize who is behind her. She stands up and turns around, leading to a close, lingering embrace. The surprise is evident in the subtle nuances, as recognition takes the place of routine in real time. The moment settles into a prolonged, warm hug in Barquisimeto, Venezuela.
