Mother’s Day

This Sunday May 11^th, is Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is celebrated in some form pretty much all around the world. England, in the 1800’s had Mother’s Sunday. Other countries have various traditions and different days. Although the origin of the celebration is hard to track down, the first Mother’s Day in the US was started by Anna Jarvis in 1907 in honor of her own mother. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mother%27s_Day?scrlybrkr 

It is traditionally commemorated on the 2^nd Sunday of May. It is a time where we appreciate and celebrate our mothers who have done so much for us. I know your mothers work very hard, even after you go to sleep. They might be cleaning, doing laundry, planning meals, studying, or even making a surprise dessert for you! They do so many things that you may not think about. Some may be your teacher. Some have a job in a company. Some stay at home and work very hard making sure your home is a happy place. Some may even have to do both! On the weekends, they might also be Sunday School teachers, lead worship, or even be a coach.

So how can we show our mothers how much we love them? First, give her a great big hug and tell her you love her. Next, ask your dad how you as a family can make her day special. Going to church with her is always a good idea.

Here is a short list of other things you could do. (You may have to ask your dad to help you with some of these ideas.)

·         Personalized Card: Make a card for your mom. Tell her how much you lover her!

·         Spa Day at Home: Create a relaxing atmosphere with scented candles, a hot bath, face masks, and hand creams. 

·         Picnic in the Park: Pack a basket with her favorite snacks and drinks and enjoy the outdoors. 

·         Nature Hike: Choose a well-worn trail or explore a new area together. 

·         Brunch at Home: Prepare a delicious brunch with her favorite dishes. 

·         Fragrant Florals: Give her a beautiful bouquet of flowers or a plant to brighten up her space. 

·         Fashionable Accessories: Choose a necklace, bracelet, or other jewelry that she'll love. 

·         Food and Chocolates: Treat her to her favorite sweets or a gourmet food basket. 

Make or Buy a Special Card for Her:

Here are some coloring pages so you can make your own card for mother. Color it pretty! Make sure you tell her how special she is to you!

     

  

  

Love, Papaw