Describe Gregor Samsa's relationship with his mother before and after the change?

caroline-harrison dir="ltr">As abruptly begins with Gregors transformation, it
is a bit difficult to discern exactly what his relationship with his mother was like prior to
the transformation. We know that Gregor has, until this point, been the primary breadwinner for
the family. His mother, like the rest of his family, was initially grateful for his financial
assistance but has now come to expect it.

dir="ltr">They had become quite accustomed to it, both the family and Gregor as
well. They took the money with thanks, and he happily surrendered it, but the special warmth was
no longer present. (Part I)

Despite
this, Gregors mother appears to care about her son when the novella opens. Unaware that he has
transformed into a giant bug, she gently reminds him not to be late in leaving for work. When
his manager comes to inquire about why Gregor is not at work, his mother defends Gregors
dedication to his job, demonstrating that she understands the degree to which he has sacrificed
his personal life...

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