Even though Mama describes herself as someone lacking education and knowledge, she honors her heritage in her own way. This is exposed to the reader when Mama asks Dee why he changed his name to "Wangero" and explains the meaning of his name "You know as well as I do that you are named after your aunt Dicie" (Walker 98). This shows that Mom values ​​her heritage by naming her daughter Dee, a name that was passed down from her ancestors. Throughout the story, Mom explains to the reader the meaning of the value of each item. For example, she explains to her daughter Dee the meaning of the quilts she wants to take with her. Walker explains this by telling the reader about Mom's importance regarding quilts: "Some pieces, like the lavender ones, came from old clothes, her mother passed them down to her," Mom explains to her daughter (Walker 98). Mom's concern for her traditions and heritage shows that she honors them in a very special way despite Dee's direct take on her mother's appreciation for