He then handed her the flowers as she was led inside the room to stand in front of the cake.

Social media users were deeply moved by the video shared to TikTok among other platforms when the mom sweetly embraced her son. The clip shared by TikToker Brook Shaka Zulu on October 20, 2023, displayed how the woman reveled in happiness after working as a housekeeper in Lebanon for 30 years.

The clip opens with the mom walking through a hallway as she is guided by some hostesses. She looked simple in a purple jacket thrown over a black T-shirt and jean trousers, but unbeknownst to her, the simple moment was about to turn into one of the most fulfilling moments.

She walked into the plane, where an attendant checked her credentials, and before she could proceed further, a small curtain opened to reveal a tall young man in his pilot uniform with a cake in front of him and a bouquet in his hands.

Realizing it was her son, the woman burst into tears while he wrapped her in a sweet embrace. She did not hold back on the rush of emotions as she kissed her son on the cheek and continued to hold him in a tight hug. He then presented her with the flowers as she was ushered in to stand pose with the cake.

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Social media users were deeply moved by the video shared to TikTok among other platforms when the mom sweetly embraced her son. The clip shared by TikToker Brook Shaka Zulu on October 20, 2023, displayed how the woman reveled in happiness after working as a housekeeper in Lebanon for 30 years.

The clip opens with the mom walking through a hallway as she is guided by some hostesses. She looked simple in a purple jacket thrown over a black T-shirt and jean trousers, but unbeknownst to her, the simple moment was about to turn into one of the most fulfilling moments. She walked into the plane, where an attendant checked her credentials, and before she could proceed further, a small curtain opened to reveal a tall young man in his pilot uniform with a cake in front of him and a bouquet in his hands.

Realizing it was her son, the woman burst into tears while he wrapped her in a sweet embrace. She did not hold back on the rush of emotions as she kissed her son on the cheek and continued to hold him in a tight hug. He then presented her with the flowers as she was ushered in to stand pose with the cake.

The pleased mother was dumbfounded, but she placed her palms together and modestly curtsied to indicate her heartfelt gratitude for the surprise. The mother continued to enjoy the benefits of parenthood till the end of the video. The clip’s aura was heightened when Tupac’s 1995 hit song “Dear Mama” played in the background. The lines printed in bold over the video footage highlighted the woman’s position and how she battled to raise her son. It said:

“Heartwarming moment when an Ethiopian mother who spent three decades working in Lebanon to provide for her family discovers that her son was the pilot in common on #EthiopianAirlines on her way back home to Ethiopia.”

Many TikTok fans were moved by how much emotion traveled between the mother-son combination. “He’s going to fly that plane like he has the world in his hand,” one user wrote. My heart… I miss my mother terribly.” One said, “There’s nothing as beautiful as the love between a mother and her child 😭.” A user went on to say, “No greater tribute a child can give to their mother than to excel and make good on her sacrifices.” Someone else agreed, adding, “Confirmation she made her sacrifices and he’s the product of them.”

Internet people had a field day viewing the positive clip on Reddit. “The most wholesome video I’ve seen this week!” wrote one Redditor. I can image what a proud mother she is to witness the fruit of all her efforts in her kid.” Another user utilized the video as a teaching tool, writing, “My mom passed away earlier this year. What I wouldn’t give to have just one more moment with her like this. People, cherish and honor your parents!”