Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day?
Mothers play an essential role in every family, and on this day, we should all recognize this and celebrate them. They are responsible for raising children and often put in long hours at work to provide for their families. They often put their own needs second to care for their loved ones for this they deserve our gratitude on this special day.
Mothers are teachers, caregivers, confidants, and friends, and they provide us with unconditional love. They have an innate ability to connect with us deeply, and their love is the foundation of our emotional lives. Without mothers in our lives, we would be lost. We owe it to mothers everywhere to recognize their essential contribution on Mother’s Day and celebrate them every day.
History of Mother’s Day: How it began
In the early days of America, women were mainly homemakers. They were responsible for cooking, cleaning, and taking care of the children. Taking care of the home was their primary job, and most women didn’t have the opportunity to work outside the house.
Julia Ward Howe was one woman who managed to find time to work outside the home. Howe was a writer and social activist who fought for women’s rights. In 1870, she wrote a letter to Congress calling for a day dedicated to mothers. Howe believed that this day would help promote peace and encourage families to spend time together.
In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill making Mother’s Day an official holiday. The first Mother’s Day was celebrated on May 10th, 1914.
What Mother’s Day means to me: A personal story
Mother’s Day is a day that I cherish because it means a lot to me. My mom was an immigrant and a single mom. She had to fight her way to go to college. She grew up in a period when a woman was not allowed to go to college. She worked very hard to provide for her family.
My mom has always been a strong woman. She had to be to raise my sisters and me on her own. Even though she gave up a lot for us, she never complained. She was always grateful for what we did have. And she worked hard to provide us with more opportunities than she ever had.
Now that I’m a mother myself, I can’t help but think about how much strength my mother must have had. She faced so many challenges in her life, but she never gave up. She was always there for us, no matter what. And I know that I owe her everything.
She is special because she is the strongest person I know. She has overcome so much in her life, yet she remains optimistic.
What Mother’s Day means to others: Quotes from various people
As Mother’s Day nears, people reflect on what the holiday means to them. For some, it’s a time to celebrate the mother they have or had. It can be a difficult day for others as they remember mothers who are no longer alive. Here are some quotes about Mother’s Day from various people:
“Motherhood is…undoubtedly the most important enterprise I have ever undertaken.”-said Hillary Clinton.
“The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never.”-Buchi Emecheta.
“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.”-Cardinal Mermillod.
“To be a mother is to grow in ways you can’t imagine. You are constantly learning and growing. You must be able to forgive everything your children do, laugh together with your children when they make mistakes, and understand and feel their pain when they’re disappointed or unhappy. When you are a mother, you feel love for all children, especially those who’re not fortunate enough to have a mother’s love.”-Mytrang.
The importance of Mothers: Why mothers are so special
When someone is going through a tough time, they often turn to their mother for support. When time is tough only mothers have a unique ability to feel others’ pain and to love unconditionally. They also forgive easily, so they are essential to our lives.
Mothers are unique because they are the protectors and nurturers of their children. They are the ones who sacrifice their own needs to meet the needs of their families. Mothers should be honored every day for all they do for their families. Let’s show our mothers how much we appreciate them by doing something special for them on Mother’s Day. Here’s to celebrating Mom today and every day,
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!
Mytrang
