"She is a good woman.
I have visited her often.

I was with her when you were born.

I saw her laugh and cry both at once.

I love your mother, Diamond." "How was it you did not know my name, then, ma'am?
Please am I to say ma'am to you, ma'am ?" "One question at a time, dear boy.

I knew your name quite well, but I wanted to hear what you would say for it.