'Her Love Spans Generations': Mother's Day Photos

SALEM, NH—Whether it's through his or her personality, looks, hobbies or a combination of everything, a daughter or son becomes a reflection of the woman who raised that child. With Mother's Day 2018 right around the corner, we are celebrating that special bond by inviting Patch readers to share their "mother-daughter" or "mother-son" lookalike photos.

It doesn't matter how old the kids are; they'll always be your babies!

These photos were submitted by Melissa Turpin and include those with her mother, Cathy Turpin, and daughter, Valerie Turpin. All are from Salem, NH.

My mother taught me how to be the amazing mother I am to Valerie. Her love and good mothering spans generations! Valerie Jean is my dream come true!

It's your turn, Patch readers — what traits do you and your mom share? Submit your lookalike photos by sending them to charlene.arsenault@patch.com. Be sure to include a nice message for your loved one, as well as the city/location of the photo and the date it was taken.

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Photos submitted