![]() ![]() ![]() The mother is the protector and nourisher of children and, by extension, of all humanity. Festivals honoring mothers in ancient times were often tied to gods and goddesses and maternal symbols of fertility, birth, creativity, and cycles of growth. Mother’s Day Dates YearĪ day to honor mothers has existed for as long as, well, there have been mothers. In the United States, Mother’s Day is celebrated annually on the second Sunday in May therefore the date changes each year. Although Mother’s Day is a national holiday widely observed in the U.S., it is not a federal or public holiday (when businesses are closed). Also, learn about this ancient celebration, once called “Mothering Sunday” and celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent with a Simnel Cake! When Is Mother’s Day? Get ready for Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 14) with 10 fun ideas to treat Mom, including some delicious recipes. ![]()
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