05/10/2026
💞💞HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY 💞💞
Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May (May 10, 2026) to honor mothers and maternal figures, a tradition formalized in the U.S. in 1914 by Woodrow Wilson. Founded by Anna Jarvis, it has become one of the most commercialized holidays, heavily marked by phone calls, cards, flowers, and dining out.
Origins and HistoryFounder's Intent: Anna Jarvis conceived the holiday in 1908 following the 1905 death of her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, a peace activist who organized "Mother's Day Work Clubs" for public health.First Celebration: The first official service was held at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia, in 1908.Commercialization Regret: Anna Jarvis later opposed the holiday's commercialization, holding boycotts and protesting what she felt was a loss of the day's original sentiment.Ancient Roots: Early roots date back to festivals for the mother goddess Rhea in ancient Greece.Shopping and Spending FactsHigh Spending: Consumers spend billions on Mother's Day, with projections over $38 billion in 2026, averaging over $280 per person.Flower Power: Approximately one-quarter of all flowers purchased annually are for Mother's Day.Popular Gifts: The most popular gifts are cards (152 million sent), flowers (75% of buyers), and special outings.The Flower Tradition: The official flower is the carnation—pink or red for mothers still living, white for those who have passed.
