Wednesday, May 9, 2012
mothers day card 2012 - creative mothers day gifts
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Mothers Day Poems inspiration - mothers day 2011
Writing a Mother's Day poem is to look up some examples on the Internet. Read a lot of different poems; you will probably find one or two that you really like. You can not copy exactly, try to make them uniquely yours. Your mom will be very happy with the results and flattered that you took the time to write something special for her.
Mother funny poems are one of the best and most creative ways to make your mother happy on her special day and make her laugh. You know how sometimes nothing can be more fun than a cute short poems funny that will make you laugh. This is a gift you can give your mother on her special day, so happy.
Most people go for the traditional and usual way to give a simple gift or a card. As it has a nice gesture to do for this mother, may be boring and too cliche, because everyone else is doing exactly the same thing every single year.
If you come up with poetry, and Mother's Day gift ideas are simply too big for you, choose a poem already written. You can still customize it by copying it in his fist. Choose a poem that contains a lot of importance to you and your mother. And 'certainly very pleased.
Mother funny poems are one of the best and most creative ways to make your mother happy on her special day and make her laugh. You know how sometimes nothing can be more fun than a cute short poems funny that will make you laugh. This is a gift you can give your mother on her special day, so happy.
Most people go for the traditional and usual way to give a simple gift or a card. As it has a nice gesture to do for this mother, may be boring and too cliche, because everyone else is doing exactly the same thing every single year.
If you come up with poetry, and Mother's Day gift ideas are simply too big for you, choose a poem already written. You can still customize it by copying it in his fist. Choose a poem that contains a lot of importance to you and your mother. And 'certainly very pleased.
My Mother - Anne Taylor
Who fed me from her gentle breast,
And hushed me in her arms to rest,
And on my cheek sweet kisses prest?
My Mother.
When pain and sickness made me cry,
Who gazed upon my heavy eye,
And wept, for fear that I should die?
My Mother.
Who dressed my doll in clothes so gay,
And fondly taught me how to play,
And minded all I had to say?
My Mother.
Who ran to help me when I fell,
And would some pretty story tell,
Or kiss the place to make it well?
My Mother.
And can I ever cease to be
Affectionate and kind to thee,
Who was so very kind to me?
My Mother.
Who fed me from her gentle breast,
And hushed me in her arms to rest,
And on my cheek sweet kisses prest?
My Mother.
When pain and sickness made me cry,
Who gazed upon my heavy eye,
And wept, for fear that I should die?
My Mother.
Who dressed my doll in clothes so gay,
And fondly taught me how to play,
And minded all I had to say?
My Mother.
Who ran to help me when I fell,
And would some pretty story tell,
Or kiss the place to make it well?
My Mother.
And can I ever cease to be
Affectionate and kind to thee,
Who was so very kind to me?
My Mother.
Mother's Love - by Author Unknown
There are times when only a Mother's love
Can understand our tears,
Can soothe our disappoints
And calm all of our fears.
There are times when only a Mother's love
Can share the joy we feel
When something we've dreamed about
Quite suddenly is real.
There are times when only a Mother's faith
Can help us on life's way
And inspire in us the confidence
We need from day to day.
For a Mother's heart and a Mother's faith
And a Mother's steadfast love
Were fashioned by the Angels
And sent from God above.
There are times when only a Mother's love
Can understand our tears,
Can soothe our disappoints
And calm all of our fears.
There are times when only a Mother's love
Can share the joy we feel
When something we've dreamed about
Quite suddenly is real.
There are times when only a Mother's faith
Can help us on life's way
And inspire in us the confidence
We need from day to day.
For a Mother's heart and a Mother's faith
And a Mother's steadfast love
Were fashioned by the Angels
And sent from God above.
A Mother Casts Her Dreams into the Sea
A mother casts her dreams into the sea;
We, the words sent bobbing towards the sun,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy.
Because she must conclude her melody
And fall back to the sweet dark hush of One,
A mother casts her dreams into the sea,
Hoping to cross that wild infinity
And on some infant shore again to run,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy
Outside the fiery circle of memory,
The howling surf, the incessant years undone ...
A mother casts her dreams into the sea
And then dissolves into a tapestry,
Her rolling, helpless drift again begun,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy
Afloat once more upon eternity,
Once more the alien fury, never done ...
Again, again, her dreams into the sea,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy!
A mother casts her dreams into the sea;
We, the words sent bobbing towards the sun,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy.
Because she must conclude her melody
And fall back to the sweet dark hush of One,
A mother casts her dreams into the sea,
Hoping to cross that wild infinity
And on some infant shore again to run,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy
Outside the fiery circle of memory,
The howling surf, the incessant years undone ...
A mother casts her dreams into the sea
And then dissolves into a tapestry,
Her rolling, helpless drift again begun,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy
Afloat once more upon eternity,
Once more the alien fury, never done ...
Again, again, her dreams into the sea,
The eggs of stone, the shards of prophesy!
To A Gift on Mother's Day
Through my eyes I see
A sanctum,
Where there are leaves to lead the way;
There the grass needs never cutting
And stays groomed everyday.
Through my eyes I see
A sanctum
That no one can take away.
And through my eyes I see a place
Where all the kids can play.
Through my eyes I see
A sanctum
Where all the days are years;
The mommies there will never age,
Nor will they cry a tear.
I think I'll call this Mom's Land,
For beyond its flowered wall,
The beauty matches only a mother's
And that is the most beautiful of all.
Mother's Day In New Zealand - celebration mothers day 2012
In New Zealand Mothers Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in the month of May. This is the same day on which US celebrates its Mothers Day. And as the idea of celebrating Mothers Day in New Zealand has come from US, the manner of celebrating Mothers Day in New Zealand is much the same as that in US. On Mothers Day people of New Zealand thank their mothers and recognize their esteemed efforts in bringing them up and caring for them.
The festival of Mothers Day has turned out to be a big day for the people of New Zealand. There is a big euphoria over the day and people celebrate the day by going out for picnics and dinners. Markets see a busy time as people make it a point to buy gifts for their mothers, grand mothers and friends and relatives who are mothers. Flowers and cards business particularly flourish at this time of the year.
People also indulge their mothers by treating them with breakfast in bed and baking a Mother’s Day special cakes for them. Some also like to give their mother a days rest from the kitchen and household chores and treat them with a spa or beauty treatment.
Mother is the only person who doesn't care if you puked milk or drooled on her, instead she is the one who will always call you cute and kiss you goodnight. She will scold you but in the end will be the last person standing beside you. Similar to most of the western countries, mother's day celebration in New Zealand take place on the second Sunday of May. Since the concept has been taken from the west, the celebration idea and the reason behind it are also the same. New Zealanders celebrate mother's day with great emotions and feelings. They realize that the contribution of a mother in a child's life is unfathomable and that there needs to be a day that is completely dedicated to such a wonderful being. For them, mother's day commemorates the efforts of a mother and the role she plays in a person's life. Sometimes she is our mother, and other times she behaves like a friend who understands us so better. No matter what we do, we can never detach ourselves from our mothers, not even if she is a foster-mother as the warmth she provides never changes.
When we are in deep trouble she will be there backing us up. The truth can't be denied, she is always awake for us irrespective of the fact that she may be tired working all day. Mothers are like a support system for us without whom we cannot survive and can't even function. After meaning so much to us how can we not celebrate mother's day and enjoy it too. Same feelings New Zealanders have for their mums and that is why it is rejoiced over there.
The idea of mother's day originated from ancient Greek and Roman times to honor Rhea, the mother of the gods and Hilaria, the mother goddess Cybele. Since then, the day of honouring mothers spread across the world and today almost all the countries have adopted it. New Zealand, the land of kiwis, is also on the same list and the idea or concept is catching hold in New Zealand as well. The people there celebrate the day with great pomp and show and show a great zeal and enthusiasm for it. On mother's day, the environment in New Zealand is totally colourful. Children undertake special efforts to please their mothers. In this country also, commercialization has brought about a lot of awareness of the day, thereby increasing its importance all the more. The people have been made aware in advance about the coming of the auspicious day.
From giving flowers to taking Moms out for dinner, to having a family picnic, pampering them in a spa, baking cakes to serving breakfast in the bed, the options for New Zealanders are aplenty. On this special day, they not only remember their mother, but also other women who have contributed to their life, like their grand mother, aunt, nanny, etc. The day not only revives the bond between a mother and a child, but also brings them closer. On this day, children also give rest to their mother from regular chores and take over her responsibilities.
In today's busy world mother's day makes you feel nostalgic as it reminds you of your childhood; moreover, you get some time to meet and enjoy with your mother, out of your daily routine tasks. It is the day that brings the family and mother (family's pivotal link) together and gives you another reason to celebrate and stay happy. In short, mother's day is a happy occasion in New Zealand.
Mother's Day Date New Zealand:
2012 - May 13
2013 - May 12
2014 - May 11
2015 - May 10
2016 - May 08
The festival of Mothers Day has turned out to be a big day for the people of New Zealand. There is a big euphoria over the day and people celebrate the day by going out for picnics and dinners. Markets see a busy time as people make it a point to buy gifts for their mothers, grand mothers and friends and relatives who are mothers. Flowers and cards business particularly flourish at this time of the year.
People also indulge their mothers by treating them with breakfast in bed and baking a Mother’s Day special cakes for them. Some also like to give their mother a days rest from the kitchen and household chores and treat them with a spa or beauty treatment.
Mother is the only person who doesn't care if you puked milk or drooled on her, instead she is the one who will always call you cute and kiss you goodnight. She will scold you but in the end will be the last person standing beside you. Similar to most of the western countries, mother's day celebration in New Zealand take place on the second Sunday of May. Since the concept has been taken from the west, the celebration idea and the reason behind it are also the same. New Zealanders celebrate mother's day with great emotions and feelings. They realize that the contribution of a mother in a child's life is unfathomable and that there needs to be a day that is completely dedicated to such a wonderful being. For them, mother's day commemorates the efforts of a mother and the role she plays in a person's life. Sometimes she is our mother, and other times she behaves like a friend who understands us so better. No matter what we do, we can never detach ourselves from our mothers, not even if she is a foster-mother as the warmth she provides never changes.
When we are in deep trouble she will be there backing us up. The truth can't be denied, she is always awake for us irrespective of the fact that she may be tired working all day. Mothers are like a support system for us without whom we cannot survive and can't even function. After meaning so much to us how can we not celebrate mother's day and enjoy it too. Same feelings New Zealanders have for their mums and that is why it is rejoiced over there.
The idea of mother's day originated from ancient Greek and Roman times to honor Rhea, the mother of the gods and Hilaria, the mother goddess Cybele. Since then, the day of honouring mothers spread across the world and today almost all the countries have adopted it. New Zealand, the land of kiwis, is also on the same list and the idea or concept is catching hold in New Zealand as well. The people there celebrate the day with great pomp and show and show a great zeal and enthusiasm for it. On mother's day, the environment in New Zealand is totally colourful. Children undertake special efforts to please their mothers. In this country also, commercialization has brought about a lot of awareness of the day, thereby increasing its importance all the more. The people have been made aware in advance about the coming of the auspicious day.
From giving flowers to taking Moms out for dinner, to having a family picnic, pampering them in a spa, baking cakes to serving breakfast in the bed, the options for New Zealanders are aplenty. On this special day, they not only remember their mother, but also other women who have contributed to their life, like their grand mother, aunt, nanny, etc. The day not only revives the bond between a mother and a child, but also brings them closer. On this day, children also give rest to their mother from regular chores and take over her responsibilities.
In today's busy world mother's day makes you feel nostalgic as it reminds you of your childhood; moreover, you get some time to meet and enjoy with your mother, out of your daily routine tasks. It is the day that brings the family and mother (family's pivotal link) together and gives you another reason to celebrate and stay happy. In short, mother's day is a happy occasion in New Zealand.
Mother's Day Date New Zealand:
2012 - May 13
2013 - May 12
2014 - May 11
2015 - May 10
2016 - May 08
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Mothers Day Poems 2012
A Mother...
When you're a child she walks before you,
To set an example.
When you're a teenager she walks behind you
To be there should you need her.
When you're an adult she walks beside you
So that as two friends you can enjoy life together..
I Miss You, Mom
I used to think that people didn't need
their moms so much after they grew up.
But I've realized that's not true.
So often, when I'm making a decision,
I wish you were here
so I could ask your advice.
And so many times,
when something happens
that I know you would enjoy,
I wish you were here
to share it with me.
Now that I'm older
I've realized how special our relationship is.
And while I'm thankful for this bond,
somehow it makes me miss you more..
Mom, I love you so very much.
Renee Duvall
If I Knew As A Child
If I knew as a child what I know now, Mom,
I probably wouldn't have made things
so hard for you.
I would have understood
that you were looking out for my best interest.
even though it may not have seemed so at the time.
I would have known how difficult it is to let go,
to stand back and let someone you love
learn from their mistakes.
I would have realized
how fortunate I was to have a mother
who was always there for me,
even after an argument,
even after I'd said things
I shouldn't have.
While it's too late for a lot of things
it's not too late for me to tell you
that I appreciate how loving you are,
how giving you've always been
and that even though
I may not always be good at showing it,
I love you very much.
Renee Duvall
I Wish I Could Tell You, Mom
I wish I could tell you, Mom
how much you mean to me....
But there are no words to say
how much I admire you...
how much I appreciate you...
how much I thank you
for everything you've done.
Author Unknown
Thank You Mom
I know how often I took you for granted
when I was growing up.
I always assumed you'd be there
when I needed you...
and you always were.
But I never really thought about what that meant
till I got older and began to realize
how often your time and energy were devoted to me.
so now, for all the times I didn't say it before,
thank you, Mom...I love you so very much!
Author Unknown
Your Mother Is Always With You...
Your mother is always with you...
She's the whisper of the leaves
as you walk down the street.
She's the smell of bleach
in your freshly laundered socks.
She's the cool hand on your brow
when you're not well.
Your mother lives inside your laughter.
She's crystallized in every tear drop.
She's the place you came from,
your first home...
She's the map you follow
with every step that you take.
She's your first love
and your first heart break...
and nothing on earth can separate you.
Not time, Not space...
Not even death...
will ever separate you
from your mother...
You carry her inside of you...
Author Unknown
Mothers Day
A Mother loves right from the start.
She holds her baby close to her heart.
The bond that grows will never falter.
Her love is so strong it will never alter.
A Mother gives never ending Love.
She never feels that she has given enough.
For you she will always do her best.
Constantly working, there's no time to rest.
A Mother is there when things go wrong.
A hug and a kiss to help us along.
Always there when we need her near.
Gently wipes our eyes when we shed a tear.
So on this day shower your Mother with Love.
Gifts and presents are nice but that is not enough.
Give your Mother a day to have some peace of mind.
Be gentle, be good, be helpful, be kind.
Happy Mothers Day.
Carol Matthews
Mom And Me
Best friends forever mom and me
picking flowers and climbing trees.
a shoulder to cry on secrets to share
Warm hearts and hands that really care.
I Said A Mother's Prayer For You
I said a Mother's Day prayer for you
to thank the Lord above
for blessing me with a lifetime
of your tenderhearted love.
I thanked God for the caring
you've shown me through the years,
for the closeness we've enjoyed
in time of laughter and of tears.
And so, I thank you from the heart
for all you've done for me
and I bless the Lord for giving me
the best mother there could be!
My Mother Kept A Garden
My Mother kept a garden,
a garden of the heart,
She planted all the good things
that gave my life it's start.
She turned me to the sunshine
and encouraged me to dream,
Fostering and nurturing
the seeds of self-esteem...
And when the winds and rain came,
she protected me enough-
But not too much because she knew
I'd need to stand up strong and tough.
Her constant good example
always taught me right from wrong-
Markers for my pathway
that will last a lifetime long.
I am my Mother's garden.
I am her legacy-
And I hope today she feels the love
reflected back from me
Author Unknown
A Precious Mother
Mom You've given me so much,
Love from your heart
and the warmth of your touch.
The gift of life and you're a friend to me.
We have a very Special Bond
which only comes from God...
I'm sure you agree.
As a child I would say Mommy I Love You,
Now you're my Mother so dear
I love you even more
with each and every new year.
If I could had chosen,
I would have picked no other.
Than for you...to be my lifelong friend
and Precious Mother.
My Mother
My Mother, my friend so dear
throughout my life you're always near.
A tender smile to guide my way
You're the sunshine to light my day.
Author Unknown
As I Look Back...
As I look back on my life
I find myself wondering...
Did I remember to thank you
for all that you have done for me?
For all of the times you were by my side
to help me celebrate my successes
and accept my defeats?
Or for teaching me the value of hard work,
good judgement, courage, and honesty?
I wonder if I've ever thanked you
for the simple things...
The laughter, smiles, and quiet times we've shared?
If I have forgotten to express my gratitude
For any of these things,
I am thanking you now...
and I am hoping that you've known all along,
how very much you are loved and appreciated.
When you're a child she walks before you,
To set an example.
When you're a teenager she walks behind you
To be there should you need her.
When you're an adult she walks beside you
So that as two friends you can enjoy life together..
 |
I Miss You, Mom
I used to think that people didn't need
their moms so much after they grew up.
But I've realized that's not true.
So often, when I'm making a decision,
I wish you were here
so I could ask your advice.
And so many times,
when something happens
that I know you would enjoy,
I wish you were here
to share it with me.
Now that I'm older
I've realized how special our relationship is.
And while I'm thankful for this bond,
somehow it makes me miss you more..
Mom, I love you so very much.
Renee Duvall
|
If I Knew As A Child
If I knew as a child what I know now, Mom,
I probably wouldn't have made things
so hard for you.
I would have understood
that you were looking out for my best interest.
even though it may not have seemed so at the time.
I would have known how difficult it is to let go,
to stand back and let someone you love
learn from their mistakes.
I would have realized
how fortunate I was to have a mother
who was always there for me,
even after an argument,
even after I'd said things
I shouldn't have.
While it's too late for a lot of things
it's not too late for me to tell you
that I appreciate how loving you are,
how giving you've always been
and that even though
I may not always be good at showing it,
I love you very much.
Renee Duvall
|
I Wish I Could Tell You, Mom
I wish I could tell you, Mom
how much you mean to me....
But there are no words to say
how much I admire you...
how much I appreciate you...
how much I thank you
for everything you've done.
Author Unknown
|
Thank You Mom
I know how often I took you for granted
when I was growing up.
I always assumed you'd be there
when I needed you...
and you always were.
But I never really thought about what that meant
till I got older and began to realize
how often your time and energy were devoted to me.
so now, for all the times I didn't say it before,
thank you, Mom...I love you so very much!
Author Unknown
|
Your Mother Is Always With You...
Your mother is always with you...
She's the whisper of the leaves
as you walk down the street.
She's the smell of bleach
in your freshly laundered socks.
She's the cool hand on your brow
when you're not well.
Your mother lives inside your laughter.
She's crystallized in every tear drop.
She's the place you came from,
your first home...
She's the map you follow
with every step that you take.
She's your first love
and your first heart break...
and nothing on earth can separate you.
Not time, Not space...
Not even death...
will ever separate you
from your mother...
You carry her inside of you...
Author Unknown
|
Mothers Day
A Mother loves right from the start.
She holds her baby close to her heart.
The bond that grows will never falter.
Her love is so strong it will never alter.
A Mother gives never ending Love.
She never feels that she has given enough.
For you she will always do her best.
Constantly working, there's no time to rest.
A Mother is there when things go wrong.
A hug and a kiss to help us along.
Always there when we need her near.
Gently wipes our eyes when we shed a tear.
So on this day shower your Mother with Love.
Gifts and presents are nice but that is not enough.
Give your Mother a day to have some peace of mind.
Be gentle, be good, be helpful, be kind.
Happy Mothers Day.
Carol Matthews
|
Mom And Me
Best friends forever mom and me
picking flowers and climbing trees.
a shoulder to cry on secrets to share
Warm hearts and hands that really care.
|
I Said A Mother's Prayer For You
I said a Mother's Day prayer for you
to thank the Lord above
for blessing me with a lifetime
of your tenderhearted love.
I thanked God for the caring
you've shown me through the years,
for the closeness we've enjoyed
in time of laughter and of tears.
And so, I thank you from the heart
for all you've done for me
and I bless the Lord for giving me
the best mother there could be!
|
My Mother kept a garden,
a garden of the heart,
She planted all the good things
that gave my life it's start.
She turned me to the sunshine
and encouraged me to dream,
Fostering and nurturing
the seeds of self-esteem...
And when the winds and rain came,
she protected me enough-
But not too much because she knew
I'd need to stand up strong and tough.
Her constant good example
always taught me right from wrong-
Markers for my pathway
that will last a lifetime long.
I am my Mother's garden.
I am her legacy-
And I hope today she feels the love
reflected back from me
Author Unknown
|
A Precious Mother Mom You've given me so much,
Love from your heart
and the warmth of your touch.
The gift of life and you're a friend to me.
We have a very Special Bond
which only comes from God...
I'm sure you agree.
As a child I would say Mommy I Love You,
Now you're my Mother so dear
I love you even more
with each and every new year.
If I could had chosen,
I would have picked no other.
Than for you...to be my lifelong friend
and Precious Mother.
|
My Mother
My Mother, my friend so dear
throughout my life you're always near.
A tender smile to guide my way
You're the sunshine to light my day.
Author Unknown
|
As I Look Back...
As I look back on my life
I find myself wondering...
Did I remember to thank you
for all that you have done for me?
For all of the times you were by my side
to help me celebrate my successes
and accept my defeats?
Or for teaching me the value of hard work,
good judgement, courage, and honesty?
I wonder if I've ever thanked you
for the simple things...
The laughter, smiles, and quiet times we've shared?
If I have forgotten to express my gratitude
For any of these things,
I am thanking you now...
and I am hoping that you've known all along,
how very much you are loved and appreciated.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
new mother daughter Lesbian Relationships
Lesbian Relationships, gay relationships however you want to put it, are as difficult as the next. Our many friends involved in lesbian relationships asked for their voices to be included.
Here are some relationship tips and stories "for women from women" and feel free to add your own personal story:
Lesbian Motherhood-Shampree of Orlando,Fl
Yes ladies I invite you to answer my "Casual Relationships, Platonic Relationship, or is she cheating and am I in a Bad Relationship Question!
And Yes I do agree that this seems to be one of the more common relationship problems in gay relationships than in straight relationships. Just my opinion! Michelle Signing Off!
Here are some relationship tips and stories "for women from women" and feel free to add your own personal story:
Lesbian Motherhood-Shampree of Orlando,Fl
- Have honest communication in relationships with your kids...
As lesbian parents when my daughter was old enough to understand we both sat her down and answered any questions her young mind could conjure up.
Yes we did explain to her it should be mother and father not mother and mother. We went through the story of Adam and Eve, but we love each other and her very much and that's what matters for her now.
As she grows her understanding of life and love will grow. For now our mother daughter relationships are beautiful and full of love!!
Yes ladies I invite you to answer my "Casual Relationships, Platonic Relationship, or is she cheating and am I in a Bad Relationship Question!
And Yes I do agree that this seems to be one of the more common relationship problems in gay relationships than in straight relationships. Just my opinion! Michelle Signing Off!
- Emotions-Kizzy of London
- Women are emotional and so you do seem to have more arguing and disagreements,especially in lesbian relationships. Relationship counseling is not a bad thing sometimes.
Maintaining healthy relationships is always vital. Honesty with yourself is important.
If societies view of the "lifestyle relationships" causes you to experience some signs of a bad relationship. Please don't be afraid to check out some love and relationship books, share in some free relationship advice, or if you can get some relationship assistance from someone you trust. It's the art of making up that puts women ahead.
- Dykes To Watch Out For-Shaun of Orlando,FL Proud sexy stud here ladies! Yes there are dykes to watch out for just as there are Dogs to watch out for.
- Predators -Always looking to turn some chick gay or bisexual because she loves the surprise a newbie has during her first lesbian relationship only to dump you and move on to the next.
- Internalized Homophobia -Any woman you meet who is unable to deal with being in lesbian and/or bisexual relationships because she wants to stay in the closet could cause you to find yourself dealing in a bipolar disorder relationship fighting issues dealing with lesbian partner abuse. Trust me you don't want to go there!
Monday, March 19, 2012
When is Mother's Day in the UK ? - mothers day 2012
Mothers Day 2012: 18th March (Sunday) 2012
Every mum deserves to be pampered once in a while and there is no better opportunity to do this than on Mother's Day. Mother's Day 2012 in the UK falls on March 18th so make sure you give yourself plenty of time to plan something special for your beloved mother. Of course, if forward planning isn't your strongpoint then there are plenty of ways to sort out a last minute gift or treat as well.
Traditionally Mother's Day in the UK is also known as Mothering Sunday and always falls on the fourth Sunday of Lent. While many people don't pay much attention to the traditions behind the annual celebration, it still presents a perfect chance to show your mother how much you care. Whether you want to plan ahead or grab a last minute gift, here are some simple ideas for how you can pamper your dear old mum when Mother's Day 2012 comes around:
Mother's Day Flowers
As old a tradition as Mother's Day itself, but always a winner. What woman doesn't love getting flowers to spruce up her home and make her feel special? Try to avoid getting the last wilting bunch from the petrol station and instead order a specially-made bunch in advance. If you know her favourite flowers or favourite colours then make sure they're included, as such extra attention to detail will make your mum feel really special.
Mother's Day Chocolates
Another old classic but for good reason. Mums around the country will be enjoying guilt-free chocolate treats on Mother's Day and rightly so. There are plenty of brands and varieties these days that pay special attention to healthy eating, allergies, fair trade farming principles and organic ingredients. Plus, every mother is bound to have her favourite type of chocolate, so she'll be chuffed to be able to tuck into some of that come Mother's Day.
Mother's Day Hamper
Food or drink hampers offer a very gorgeous way to present your mother with all her favourite treats. You can make your own by picking up some of her favourite wine, cheeses, pickles, crackers and some chocolates and decorate a simple basket with some tissue paper and ribbons. If creativity isn't your strong point there are plenty of delicatessens, online shops and even florists that will tailor-make a hamper for you and have it beautifully decorated and delivered to you or straight to you or your mum's house in time for Mother's Day.
A Day Of Pampering For Mother's Day
A trip to the health spa and personal ... treatments from expert professionals may once have been the preserve of the rich and famous, but not any more. There are plenty of affordable ways to organise the pampering experience your mother deserves and Mother's Day is the perfect excuse. Many reputable health spas and beauty treatment centres will offer gift vouchers so you don't need to pinch your mum's diary to plan the surprise, she can simply book in at a date to suit her, so all the hard work will be done for you.
Mother's Day Gift vouchers
If you're running short of ideas then don't buy your mum something she might not want just for the sake of it, let her spoil herself by choosing something she would really love. Don't worry about looking unimaginative either, there are many different types of personalised vouchers available these days and you can buy them for her favourite store, shopping centre or online retailer to give her the perfect chance to treat herself for Mother's Day.
When is Mothering Sunday?
- Mothers Day 2011: Sunday April 03 2011
- Mothers Day 2012: Sunday March 18 2012
- Mothers Day 2013: Sunday March 10 2013
- Mothers Day 2014: Sunday March 30 2014
- Mothers Day 2015: Sunday March 15 2015
Mothering Sunday is the fourth Sunday of Lent. Often called "Mothers Day" it has no connection with the American festival of that name which is celebrated in May.
Fourth Sunday in Lent
During the seventeenth century, England celebrated a day called "Mothering Sunday", celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent (also known as Mid-Lent Sunday). "Mothering Sunday" honoured the mothers of England. As Christianity spread throughout Europe the celebration changed to honour the "Mother Church" , the spiritual power that gave them life and protected them from harm.
Traditionally, Mothering Sunday was a day when children, mainly daughters, who had gone to work as domestic servants were given a day off to visit their mother and family.
Today Mothering Sunday is a day when children give flowers and cards to their mothers
Two special days for mothers!
In the USA, Mother's Day takes place at the beginning of May each year. In the UK, Mothering Sunday is not a fixed day because it is always the middle Sunday in Lent (half way between Shrove Tuesday and Good Friday.Some would take a cake and tradition has it that it was often a Simnel Cake.
Another name for Mothering Sunday was Refreshment Sunday when because delicacies given up for the rest of Lent,
could be enjoyed!
So who came up with the idea of honouring mothers nation-wide on the second Sunday in May?
Early Mother's Day Celebrations
Some historians claim that the predecessor of the Mother's Day holiday was the ancient spring festival dedicated to mother goddesses. In the ancient Greek empire the spring festival honoured Rhea, wife of Cronus and mother of the gods and goddesses. In Rome the most significant Mother's Day-like festival was dedicated to the worship of Cybele, another mother goddess. Ceremonies in her honour began some 250 years before Christ was born. This Roman religious celebration, known as Hilaria, lasted for three days - from March 15 to 18!Mothering Sunday
More like the modern celebration of Mother's Day is England's "Mothering Sunday", also called Mid-Lent Sunday observed on the fourth Sunday in Lent. Some say the ceremonies in honour of Cybele were adopted by the early church to venerate the Mother of Christ, Mary. Others believe the Mother Church was substituted for mother goddess and custom began to dictate that a person visit the church of his/her baptism on this day. People attended the mother church of their parish, laden with offerings.Also in England in the 1600's, young men and women who were apprentices or servants returned home on Mothering Sunday bringing to their mothers small gifts like trinkets or a "mothering cake". Sometimes furmety was served - wheat grains boiled in sweet milk, sugared and spiced.
In northern England and in Scotland, the preferred refreshments were carlings - pancakes made of steeped pease fried in butter, with pepper and salt. In fact, in some locations this day was called Carling Sunday.
Another kind of mothering cake was the simnel cake, a very rich fruit cake. The Lenten fast dictated that the simnel cake had to keep until Easter. It was boiled in water, then baked, and was often finished with an almond icing. Sometimes the crust was of flour and water, collared with saffron.
Mother's Day - USA
Anna M. Jarvis (1864-1948) is credited with originating America's Mother's Day holiday. She never married and was extremely attached to her mother, Mrs Anna Reese Jarvis.Anna Reese Jarvis died in Philadelphia in May 1905. Still unmarried and left alone with her blind sister Elsinore, Anna missed her mother greatly. Two years after her mother's death (1907) Anna Jarvis and her friends began a letter-writing campaign to gain the support of influential ministers, businessmen and congressmen in declaring a national Mother's Day holiday. She felt children often neglected to appreciate their mother enough while the mother was still alive and hoped that Mother's Day would increase respect for parents and strengthen family bonds.
The First Mother's Day
The first Mother's Day observance was a church service honouring Mrs. Anna Reese Jarvis on May 10, 1908.Carnations, her mother's favourite flowers, were supplied at that first service by Miss Jarvis. White carnations were chosen because they represented the sweetness, purity and endurance of mother love. Red carnations, in time, became the symbol of a living mother. White carnations signify that one's mother has died.
Other Mother's Days
The first Mother's Day proclamation was issued by the governor of West Virginia in 1910. Oklahoma celebrated Mother's Day that year as well. By 1911 every state had its own observances. By then other areas celebrating Mother's Day included Mexico, Canada, China, Japan, South America and Africa. The Mother's Day International Association was incorporated on December 12, 1912, with the purpose of furthering meaningful observations of Mother's Day.Official Proclamation
The House of Representatives in May 1913, unanimously adopted a resolution requesting the President, his Cabinet, members of Congress, and all officials of the federal government to wear a white carnation on Mother's Day. Congress passed another Joint Resolution May 8, 1914, designating the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day. The US flag is to be displayed on government buildings and at people's homes "as a public expression of our love and reverence for the mothers of our country."President Woodrow Wilson issued the first proclamation making Mother's Day an official national holiday.
In the church calendar, Mothering Sunday or Mid-Lent Sunday as it is also known, commemorates the banquet given by Joseph to his brethren.
Nowadays gifts are still given to the mothers but in other respects, Mothering Sunday is little different from the secular Mother's Day, which in the United States, Australia and many other countries, : the second Sunday of May.
A special cake, called the mothering cake, was often brought along to provide a festive touch. Sometimes furmety was served - wheat grains boiled in sweet milk, sugared and spiced. In northern England and Scotland, the preferred refreshments were carlings. Carlings are pancakes made of steeped peas fried in butter, with pepper and salt. In in some locations this day was called Carling Sunday.
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