Mother's Day in the USA
(info Fabiola, pictures from flickr.com)
In the United States , Mother's Day started nearly 150 years ago. The modern holiday of Mother's Day was first celebrated in 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her mother in Grafton , West Virginia . Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. On Mother's Day, mothers everywhere get this special day to celebrate with their families. Some even get special gifts and cards from the heart.
Why did Mother's Day begin?
By: Madelyn Myer Mother's Day recognizes mothers, motherhood, and the positive contributions that they make to the society.
What do mothers like best about Mother's Day? "What I like best is spending time with my kids, looking at all homemade cards, and poems they make for me!"
What makes Mother's Day so special? "Feeling appreciated about all the things I do for my kids, makes Mother's Day special to me.'
What is the best thing about being a mother?
'Being able to nurture and watch my children grow is the best experience a mother can have.'
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