Mothers

Think of all the work that mothers do in raising their children. Mothers need to be celebrated!

In the late 1800’s Anna Jarvis was born the 9th of 11 children to a dedicated, hard-working mother who was very active in working to improve the health of people in her community. Jarvis’s mother also organized a Mother’s Friendship event in her community to bring confederate and union soldiers together for a peaceful celebration.

Growing up, Anna had often heard her mother say she wished someone would create a day honoring mothers. After her mother passed away, Anna worked hard to promote the creation of Mother’s Day to be honored on the anniversary of her mother’s death. Because of her hard work, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed May 9, 1914, the first Mother's Day.

Now, all around the world in many cultures, children honor their mothers on that day. What are your plans to honor the mothers (mothers, grandmothers, daughters, aunts, sisters, stepmothers, etc.) in your life this year? Flowers, brunch, gifts, pampering - moms deserve it!

Want to learn more about Anna Jarvis, the founder of Mother’s Day? Here’s the FULL STORY.