Some reunions unfold gently, before the moment is fully realized.
A young man comes back to his homeland after four years, and his mother is unaware of his arrival.
She is seated while he approaches from behind and begins to gently massage her shoulders.
Continuing his actions, she remains unaware until her posture changes as she starts to sense his presence.
She stands up and turns around, leading both into a warm embrace that lasts.
The amazement is found in the subtle moments, as familiarity replaces the ordinary in real time.
The scene settles into a prolonged, comforting hug in Barquisimeto, Venezuela.
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