{"id":9945,"date":"2024-04-11T11:06:35","date_gmt":"2024-04-11T03:06:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/?p=9945"},"modified":"2024-05-06T12:54:04","modified_gmt":"2024-05-06T04:54:04","slug":"perspective-bold-story-interviewing-rosa-maria-velasco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/en\/perspective-bold-story-interviewing-rosa-maria-velasco\/","title":{"rendered":"\u3010WHY NOT BOLD\u3011Behind Every Mom: Heroes and Villains &#8211; Interviewing Rosa Maria Velasco"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"youtube-embed\" data-video_id=\"nXQGiidSKlY\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u3010Why Not Bold\u3011\u597d\u5abd\u5abd\uff0e\u58de\u5abd\u5abd\uff0d\u97cb\u7f85\u838e\u5c08\u8a2a\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nXQGiidSKlY?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <em>\u201cTime Still Turns the Pages (2023)\u201d<\/em>, the character of Heidi, portrayed by Rosa, is perhaps the most merciless mother imaginable. Her cruelty is vividly depicted through her actions of hitting and berating her child in the film, alongside a heart-wrenching declaration that any potential divorce would be solely the child\u2019s fault, culminating in her ultimate decision to abandon her family altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, it\u2019s crucial to distinguish Rosa from her on-screen persona, for in real life, she embodies the very essence of maternal love.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Right to Cry as a Mother<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having been with her husband since 2001 and married after a 13-year courtship, they welcomed their daughter Mia seven years later. Rosa describes Mia as the culmination of two decades of love between her and her husband. She humorously credits the pandemic, saying, \u201cThanks to COVID!\u201d for their natural approach to parenthood, which was realized a few months after accepting the possibility of not conceiving. Rosa expresses profound gratitude for Mia\u2019s presence, describing her as a blessing that unveiled capacities she was previously unaware of, including an immense capacity for love and revealing latent aspects of herself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-1024x682.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-696x464.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5-1068x712.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-5.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rosa has often been portrayed in the media as someone easily moved to tears, a characterization she embraces. She questions the stigma associated with crying, especially in adults, arguing that expressing sadness should not be perceived as a sign of weakness. She shares the view that our emotions, including sadness, are intrinsic parts of our humanity and should not be hidden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rosa\u2019s reflections on motherhood, particularly as a working mom, reveal the constant tug-of-war between professional obligations and the emotional pull of her child. She speaks candidly about the emotional transparency she maintains with her daughter, emphasizing the importance of showing vulnerability and facing challenges together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-1024x682.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-696x464.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6-1068x712.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-6.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unexpected joys have marked Rosa\u2019s life, mirroring the surprises of motherhood with her recent foray into film. Since 2023, Rosa has increasingly appeared on the big screen, diversifying her roles beyond the stage. She insists, however, that her heart remains with theater, reassuring theater enthusiasts of her continued presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Faulty Switch of Solitude<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rosa delves into the theme of loneliness in <em>\u201cTime Still Turns the Pages (2023)\u201d<\/em>, interpreting it not as the absence of company but as a lack of love. She recounts a deleted scene where Heidi\u2019s application of ointment on her son turns into a shared moment of tears, underscoring the complex relationship between parent and child, even amidst dysfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-1024x682.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-696x464.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7-1068x712.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.bbold.asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image-7.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">She\u2019s Not the Monster Mom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite her harsh on-screen role, Rosa\u2019s real-life perspective on parenting is filled with empathy and love. She emphasizes the importance of teaching children self-worth, encouraging them to recognize their unique value without succumbing to external pressures or doubts about their capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rosa\u2019s Diary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rosa\u2019s personal &#8220;Young Diaries&#8221; could well be filled with reflections on growth, resilience, and the pursuit of understanding beyond one&#8217;s comfort zone. As she navigates the pressures of the entertainment industry and the anticipatory buzz around the awards season, Rosa remains committed to balancing her professional aspirations with the joys and challenges of motherhood, eagerly looking forward to shining at the upcoming awards ceremony.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In \u201cTime Still Turns the Pages (2023)\u201d, the character of Heidi, portrayed by Rosa, is perhaps the most merciless mother imaginable. 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