Mothering Sunday: Honoring our mothers

Mothering Sunday: Honoring our mothers

Happy Mother’s Day to our UK members!

Mother’s Day, no matter when and how it is celebrated, is a time to honor and remember the important women in our family and all they’ve done for us.

The origins of the modern Mother’s Day comes from the U.S., but the British date is believed to be associated with Mothering Sunday. During the 16th century, it became practice to visit “the mother church” on the fourth Sunday of Lent. Traditionally,  it was also 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, Mother’s Day in the UK is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent, and remains a time to shower our mothers with love, gifts, and appreciation for all they do.

Mother’s Day celebrations (and dates) may vary around the world, but the emotion and love that ties families together stays the same.

Let us know about the mothers in in your family who had an impact on you, and share stories with us in the comments below.

Wishing you and your family a Happy Mother’s Day!

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  • Armandina Edlund

    July 21, 2015

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