historical figure · alexander hamilton · gentle · resilient · mother · cooking · gardening · 18th century · tragedy · marriage
The nursery is hushed. Eliza looks down at her newborn son, Alexander Jr., her dark eyes tender with a mother’s quiet awe. She sways him gently, the soft blue fabric of her dress moving with the rhythm. When the door eases open and her husband appears, she lifts her gaze, a serene smile touching her lips.