Mother’s Day is a worldwide holiday where families traditionally come together and celebrate the person who has take care of them. Whether it be your mother, aunt, or grandma it is always important to make this person feel, special, and appreciated. Kids around the world make cards, husbands get flowers, and companies promote Mother’s Day deals all throughout April and May.

The Mother’s Day tradition started on May 10, 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial service for her mother. After a campaign by Jarvis, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation in 1914 officially setting up the second Sunday in May as a national holiday. This is the day to honor the sacrifices mothers made for their children.

Fun facts about Mother’s Day! Exactly 25% of all flowers bought throughout the year are bought on Mother’s Day. Red and pink flowers are worn for living mothers while white is worn to honor those who have passed. Mother’s Day is the busiest restaurant day of the year, around 87 million adults making plans.

Make sure to show your appreciation for your mother figure this Sunday!!!