Mother's Day (Holidays & Special Occasions)
A Mother’s Day Tribute (Poem) -
- David TanguayShe was born on March 3 rd . 1911 Today she is with the Lord - up in heaven She bore 11 children - and raised them right Through the days - and into the night In front of a stove - preparing our meals Was one of her - oh - so many appeals Getting us all - off to school everyday... Submitted 280 days 20 hours ago.
I Remember Mom - Denise Evans
Since it's Mother's Day weekend, I wanted to do some sort of tribute to all the friends I have that are mothers. My mom died about 20 years ago now. When I started thinking about what to write, I realized writing about, and to, my own mom was what I wanted to do. There is so much to write about... Submitted 1 year 278 days ago.
Mary "Mother" Jones: The Miner's Angel (May 1, 1830 - Nov 30, 1930) - Joseph Collins
"No matter what the fight, don't be ladylike! God Almighty made women and the Rockefeller gang of thieves made the ladies." As we prepare to honor our mothers this week, our minds go back to all of the sweet nurturing times, talks at the kitchen table and hugs that could heal all of the... Submitted 4 years 279 days ago.
In honor of Mother’s Day on May 14, I decided to write a tribute to moms everywhere. There is only one mom, mommy or my son’s favorite name for me (that makes me cringe for some reason), momma. No matter what name you call the person that fills that role in your life or if you are a mom, Mother’s... Submitted 5 years 286 days ago.
Gift Ideas: Make Mother’s Day Memorable With These Meaningful Gifts - Laura Trahan
With Mother’s Day fast approaching, I urge all the men out there to listen up. This holiday does mean something to women. If your children are too young (or too ungrateful) to do anything for their mom-the ball falls into your court. It is funny to me how many times I hear husbands say, “Well... Submitted 5 years 298 days ago.
Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Moms Far Away - Jean Horst
I love my mom! I think she's the greatest. The older I get, the more I appreciate her & value the model she was for me. Not of perfection, but of gracious living. Every year, I struggle to come up with a suitable Mother's Day present for her, especially since she and I have lived at least 1,400... Submitted 5 years 300 days ago.
For a Teenage Mom in Norfolk -
- Steve RadfordUsually around Mother’s Day I do my best to edify my own Mother, Mother-in-law or wife. All three are terrific Moms and wonderful role models for their kids. But today I was thinking about a different Mom. It was 1984 in Norfolk, Virginia and I was driving through a rough section of... Submitted 279 days 18 hours ago.
Moms Can Live For Ever--Respect For Your Mother, Dead or Alive and No Matter What -
- Steve KovacsMy mother died about two years ago from pancreatic cancer. She apparently had it for a few years before the cancer was found. She died within six months of being diagnosed. I was able to finagle the Cleveland Clinic affiliate hospital where she went for some treatment to keep her comfortable in... Submitted 280 days 7 hours ago.
Missing Mom and the Memories we shared! - Iris Taub
Mother's Day is this Sunday and I always seem to reflect on a past that was sweet that I share with a very special person who didn't give birth to me, but opened her heart and accepted me as her own daughter and not her daughter-in-law! Our relationship was so strong and loving that my own... Submitted 281 days 2 hours ago.
Mother’s Day Quotes & Poems To Comfort Those Who Have Lost Their Mothers. - Fran Larson
When I went into my Facebook Account today I found this message: Re-post this if you have a Mom in Heaven........If flowers grow in heaven Lord, then pick a bunch for me, place them in my Mom and tell her they're from me. Tell her that I love and miss her, and when she turns to smile, place a... Submitted 281 days 2 hours ago.
Mother’s day gifts and Mother's day cards or e cards can be tricky to choose and ideas are helpful, flowers, chocolates, perfume, jewelry, pampering gifts? Unless she has allergies or is on a diet, then of course mom is going to love any or all of the above! Just like any of us, moms love... Submitted 283 days 23 hours ago.
Why I Love Mom 365 Days A Year -
- Abe BlauveltDear Mom, Scraped knees, fighting siblings, forgotten homework. Lost clothes, broken glasses, soccer practice. Late night tears, early morning rants, coming home past curfew. Our first steps, first tooth, first day at school. First date, first dance, first day driving. Graduation, wedding... Submitted 1 year 153 days ago.
Thank God for Mothers - Mark Parsec
I thank God for my mother because she taught me about ANTICIPATION ... when she would say, “Just wait until your father gets home!" I thank God for my mother because she taught me about RECEIVING .... when she would say, “You are going to get it when we get home!" I thank... Submitted 1 year 277 days ago.
Homage to Motherhood -
- Gabriella GometraBetween my newborn, my two-year-old, and my husband I barely have a moment to do something for myself. Like most mothers, I have lunches to pack and diapers to change, and although I bathe two others I rarely have time for a quick shower. How do we manage to survive giving so much of ourselves to... Submitted 1 year 294 days ago.
Being a Mommy - Sara Grisham
Mommy. What a wonderful word. I never thought I would get to have that word define me, but it does. In the dictionary, under the word 'mom', my picture can now be included with the many other women out there who have had a child. I have always wanted to be a mommy. I was mommy when playing... Submitted 2 years 277 days ago.
If You Love Your Momma - Lawrence Jones
If you love your mama tell her you love her every year, every month, every day, every hour, every minute, and every second. If you love your mama take her by the hand and walk her to the window and show her the sun shining, and tell her you are the light of my life. If you love your mama... Submitted 2 years 280 days ago.
Single Mothers - Damned if They Do, and Damned if They Don't, I Love You Mamacita Wosie! -
- Teresa OrtizComing up with a title for this piece was difficult to say the least. I thought of something sweet and mushy, but for my mom, this wouldn't do. Not that she isn't sweet and mushy, but knowing her, she would respond exactly like this: Girlfriend, whatsa matta wit-chu don't be callin' me no... Submitted 2 years 281 days ago.
What I Did Right and Where I Screwed Up As a Mom -
- Brianna PopsickleAs with any job you have good days and bad days, being a mom is no different. Here are some things I did right, and inevitably, where I screwed up Respect yourself and others. I taught my kids to treat people how they would want to be treated. They learned that not everyone lives by that rule, so... Submitted 2 years 283 days ago.
You Were There (A Poem For My Mother) - Michelle Mackin
I want to thank you For the Mom you've been to me I know I scared you Countless times so terribly How many times You must have wondered If I was going to die But you were there When others didn't care I hear you sobbing For a child born premature I feel your heart... Submitted 2 years 288 days ago.
Let's Not Forget Mary, The Mother of Jesus -
- Teresa OrtizOf all the wonderful mommies that have come and gone, I can't help but think about Mary, the mother of Jesus. What was so special about her? Why would God the Father choose her? And how can her mothering skills help me today? These questions have been on my mind for the last few days. So... Submitted 3 years 276 days ago.
The Best Mother's Day Gift Ever: When Mom wins "Meal or no Meal?" - Cheryl Moeller
For Mother's Day week, I have added my own game show to the tradition of "Deal or no Deal?" I'm calling it "Meal or No Meal?" I think I can compete with "Deal or No Deal?" host Howie Mandel but I refuse to shave my head. My show works this way. I have just been on a field trip to... Submitted 3 years 289 days ago.
Julia Ward Howe, one of the pioneers of Mother's Day! The origin started with this lovely lady. - Sacreeta
Mother's Day, what is the origin of this Celebrated Day? Here's some of the pieces to the puzzle, starting with American Ms. Julia Ward Howe. Mother's in general have been celebrated as loving symbols since Motherhood began. In many different cultures the symbol of Mother, as in Mother Nature... Submitted 3 years 298 days ago.
Ok, so you've had your head in the clouds, in work, in your friends.. and like every year you fail to see Mother's Day coming until you get asked that dreadful question. What did you get your Mom for Mother's Day? And you are sitting here online, reading my article with your mouth hung low... Submitted 3 years 298 days ago.
25 Great Ways to Surprise your Wife, this Mother's Day! - Sacreeta
How do you go about surprising the mother of your child on Mother's Day? You wife runs the household, she makes most of the decisions about the routines of the children. If you are stumped on what your wife would appreciate done for her on Mother's Day, hopefully this article would help. You... Submitted 3 years 298 days ago.
Survey: A Mother’s Salary, $140K – Fact: A Mother’s Love, Priceless! - Avis Ward
The conclusion of a research conducted by Salary.com, a firm based in Waltham, Massachusetts reported their findings this week. Salary.com specializes in determining compensation. Forty thousand (40,000) mothers responded online to Salary.com explaining their job duties and how many hours they... Submitted 4 years 284 days ago.
