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Reuniting With My Son: Two Emotional Weeks Apart and the Softness of Coming Home

Sophie Mutlu sitting in a quiet vintage living room, surrounded by books and soft light, reflecting during her time alone in Germany.

After two emotional weeks in Germany without my son, today we reunite. I'm carrying with me the quiet healing, deep conversations, and renewed strength that unfolded in this space apart.

A Quiet Week in Germany: Healing, Family Time & Longing for My Son

A Quiet Week in Germany: Healing, Family Time & Longing for My Son

I’m spending this week in Germany without my son, recharging with family, revisiting memories, and finding quiet strength in stillness, distance, and love.

The Morning of Departure: Carrying Hope and Courage to Germany

Sophie Mutlu standing in the doorway of her studio, smiling gently before departing on her journey to Germany.

The day has arrived. Today, Kato and I fly to Germany. My heart feels full of emotions — but also full of quiet hope. A few thoughts before we go.

Pausing the Studio: A Journey Back to Germany with Kato

Pausing the Studio: A Journey Back to Germany with Kato

In just 8 days, I’ll be traveling back to Germany with my son Kato. A pause from the studio, a return to my roots, and a time to reconnect with family and recharge my soul.