Mother

Diamond

Diamond shares a deeply loving and tender bond with his mother, who cares for him through poverty and illness.

Father

Diamond's parents share a loving, supportive marriage, facing hardships together with mutual care.

North Wind

Diamond's mother is uneasy and fearful of North Wind's influence on her son, sensing its otherworldly nature.

Diamond

Diamond shares a deeply loving and tender bond with his mother, who cares for him through poverty and illness.

Diamond

Diamond shares a deeply loving and tender bond with his mother, who cares for him through poverty and illness.

Father

Diamond's parents share a loving, supportive marriage, facing hardships together with mutual care.

North Wind

Diamond's mother is uneasy and fearful of North Wind's influence on her son, sensing its otherworldly nature.

North Wind

Diamond's mother is uneasy and fearful of North Wind's influence on her son, sensing its otherworldly nature.

Father

Diamond's parents share a loving, supportive marriage, facing hardships together with mutual care.

The Hayloft

Mentioned as having pasted paper over the hole and having the toothache; Diamond recalls her advice about being polite.

II: The Lawn

Diamond's mother is woken by Mrs. Crump and puts Diamond back to bed.

Old Diamond

Finds Diamond on the horse, lifts him down, and watches over him carefully.

IX: How Diamond Got to the Back of the North Wind

Diamond's mother expresses concern about Diamond's health, suggests he visit his aunt in Sandwich, and arranges the trip.

XI: How Diamond Got Home Again

Diamond sees her crying from the tree, prompting his wish to go home.

XII: Who Met Diamond at Sandwich

Cares for Diamond during his recovery and takes him to the seashore to explain the family's changed circumstances.

XIII: The Seaside

Expresses deep anxiety about the family's financial future and Mr. Coleman's loss.

XV: The Mews

Mother is somewhat miserable about the change but finds comfort in Diamond's positive attitude.

Diamond Makes a Beginning

Gloomy at first but cheered by Diamond's help; praises him and later allows him to go with Mr. Stonecrop.

Diamond Goes On

Expresses concern about poverty and the company Diamond keeps; tries to shield him from rough influences but is proud of his good heart.

The Drunken Cabman

Mentioned as having come home from Sandwich with Diamond; also referenced in Diamond's talk to the baby.

Diamond Learns to Read

Previously picked up the book of rhymes on the seashore; Diamond recalls her reading from it.

Sal’s Nanny

Listens to Diamond's interpretation of the Little Boy Blue rhyme.

Mr. Raymond’s Riddle

Diamond's mother is mentioned as the recipient of the sixpence for the teapot savings.

XXIII: The Early Bird

Nurses her husband and worries about their dwindling savings.

Another Early Bird

Anxious for Diamond's safety, she waits for him and cries with relief when he returns.

XXV: Diamond's Dream

Mother is proud of Diamond and joyful about the money, though her heart aches with pleasure.

Diamond Takes a Fare the Wrong Way Right

Helps Diamond dress warmly for his cab work; supportive of his efforts.

XXIX: Ruby

Diamond's mother advocates for accepting the proposal, emphasizing the benefit to Nanny and the chance to teach her skills.

The North Wind Doth Blow

Is poorly and expecting a new baby; gives birth to a girl; receives help from Nanny.

The Prospect Brightens

Worries about Diamond's health and the family's poverty, but laughs with relief at the new arrangement.

XXXV: I Make Diamond’s Acquaintance

Diamond's mother; makes jam and tests it on Diamond.

XXXVII: Once More

Mentioned as Diamond recalls her room in the old home.