Mother’s Day – Celebrating and Honoring the Mothers in our Lives

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Every year on the second Sunday in May, we take the time to recognize and appreciate our mothers, maternal figures and the women who have shaped our lives. This year, Mother’s Day is on May 9, 2021. So, if you have not already, this is a reminder to start thinking about meaningful ways to show the special women in your life that you care.

History of Mother’s Day

To understand why Mother’s Day has become such a celebrated occasion, it is important to understand its history and the significance of this day in modern-day society. The first official Mother’s Day celebration was held in 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her late mother, Ann, in West Virginia. Jarvis had grown close to her mother and was deeply moved after her passing in 1905. Subsequently, she dedicated nearly ten years of her life to promoting the cause of honoring one’s mother and paving the way for a national holiday. For Jarvis, the sentiment of the day was to be summed up in one phrase: “A printed card means nothing except that you are too lazy to write to the woman who has done more for you than any other in the world”

Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day

If you are looking for ways to show your appreciation for the special women in your life this Mother’s Day, try some of the ideas below:

• Give your mother a bouquet of her favorite flowers and a card with a handwritten message.

• Take her out to her favorite restaurant for a special brunch, lunch or dinner.

• Spend time together doing something she loves such as going for a walk or visit a museum or shopping center.

• Send her a subscription box with specially selected items each month.

• Cook or bake a homemade meal.

• Create a scrapbook with pictures of your favorite memories together.

• Take her to a spa for a relaxing treatment.

• Give her a handwritten book of reasons why you love her.

• Invite her to take a special class or go on a trip together.

No matter how you choose to recognize and celebrate Mother’s Day this year, the most important thing is that your mother and other maternal figures in your life knows how much they mean to you. This May, make sure to make them feel extra special and show a special thank-you for all that they done for you.

Conclusion

Ultimately, Mother’s Day is a time-honored tradition that recognizes and honors the efforts of mothers and mother figures everywhere. So, take the time to show the special women in your life some extra gratitude this Mother’s Day, making sure to celebrate and recognize the mothers who have shaped our lives.