How beautiful. You've really captured Toph's character perfectly, and this is the most adorable, poignant thing I have ever read.

If you aren't a professional now, you need to be soon. I know that I'd read what you write.

Thank you so much just for that line "Earth Kingdom's Toughest Grandma". I also want to thank you for mentioning how strong mothers are, and defending that female characters can be strong and married.

You really got Toph's character down in this one! Her stifling family life, her tough persona, her capacity for fierce love all leave an indelible impression of a complex, and at the same time straightforward, woman. You have a serious knack for portraying the inner lives of women, I really hope you develop it. This was a short yet satisfying portrait of a life well lived.

I really like this! Hugs are really significant, even if not everyone realizes it.

I once read a Toko story in which Toph says she had a twin sister who died at birth. It's an interesting idea, and would explain a lot about the Bei Fongs' parenting style when they raise Toph.

Good job on this. Keep writing!

nice bio there - put your fic to my favs and in my community!

*Snuffles*

Awwww.

That's so, so sweet.

I do love Toph. And this story. :)

I don't know why, but the ending make me cry.

But the whole thing is beautiful.

I love how you didn't mention her husband's name.