How Mother's Day Was Started
Founder- Anna Jarvis39 total reviews
Comment from Willie P. Smith
Debi, this is a beautiful tribute, honoring mothers. I have always believed that moms are the most important people in the world. I was blessed to have my wife, my mom, and my two grandmas. Except for Mother Mary, those four women were the best of the best. The world
was a much better place with them here. Willie
reply by the author on 14-May-2024
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Debi, this is a beautiful tribute, honoring mothers. I have always believed that moms are the most important people in the world. I was blessed to have my wife, my mom, and my two grandmas. Except for Mother Mary, those four women were the best of the best. The world
was a much better place with them here. Willie
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 14-May-2024
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Awe, Willie, I always get excited when I see your motorcycle pull up. Gosh it is good to see you. How have you been?
And thanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before. But I guess I never paid attention until now.
Thanks for the kind words and your six stars for this poem, my very dear friend.
Lotsa Love, Debi
Comment from nancyjam
I enjoyed reading this and learning the origins of Mother's Day.
I twas nice her daughter followed through with her mothers idea and
got it started and President Wilson made it official.
Thanks for sharing.
Nancy
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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I enjoyed reading this and learning the origins of Mother's Day.
I twas nice her daughter followed through with her mothers idea and
got it started and President Wilson made it official.
Thanks for sharing.
Nancy
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Nancy, thanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from LJbutterfly
Ik enjoyed reading your poetic history of Mother's Day, and tribute to Anna Jarvis, from the city in which I was born. I agree that there are many women instrumental in the growth and development of children, who deserve the recognition you've expressed. I hope you had a joyful Mother's Day.
I was hospitalized last week and missed the opportunity to keep up with reviews. However, I am now back home to recuperate with meds and therapy. (As you know, I have overwhelming and debilitating back issues and it felt like my back had exploded).
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Ik enjoyed reading your poetic history of Mother's Day, and tribute to Anna Jarvis, from the city in which I was born. I agree that there are many women instrumental in the growth and development of children, who deserve the recognition you've expressed. I hope you had a joyful Mother's Day.
I was hospitalized last week and missed the opportunity to keep up with reviews. However, I am now back home to recuperate with meds and therapy. (As you know, I have overwhelming and debilitating back issues and it felt like my back had exploded).
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hey, my sweet earth Angel, I am so sorry you were in the hospital with your back issues. I wish I would have known, as I would have found a way to get word to you and let you know that I will be praying for you more specifically and send you the next batch of butterflies I had ready.
So what did they do for you? You mentioned therapy and meds? Is it any better for you now? Oh, Sweetie, I thought of you as I had my last batch of experimental injections that did no good, so now after our anniversary part is over on Saturday, I will be having more spine surgery. I would love to talk to you first to see what they did for you and is it helping? Are you any better at all? I feel so bad for you because I know how hard it is. They do not seem to want to get better with rest, that is for sure. I will be praying for you for comfort and healing, my sweet friend. Thanks so much for letting me know.
Love you so much! Debi
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Debi,
Thanks for the rhyming history lesson on Mother's Day. It has become commercialized like all other holidays. Cards are for everything now.
It is good that she worked to fulfill her mother's dream. I think you are right to include any woman who acts like a mother to a child.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Thanks for the good wishes. Same go to you.
Have a good rest of the day.
Joan
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hi Debi,
Thanks for the rhyming history lesson on Mother's Day. It has become commercialized like all other holidays. Cards are for everything now.
It is good that she worked to fulfill her mother's dream. I think you are right to include any woman who acts like a mother to a child.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Thanks for the good wishes. Same go to you.
Have a good rest of the day.
Joan
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hi Joan, as always, you are so lovely and sweet. So thanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my friend. Love, Debi
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You're welcome, Debi.
Joan
Comment from gansach
Mam and Mammy come to mind, otherwise, I think you've got it covered, Debi. A very nice little history lesson poem explaining the origin of the holiday. We usually end up with a double celebration since my twin grandchildren were born May 12. I enjoyed your poem very much! Great job!
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Mam and Mammy come to mind, otherwise, I think you've got it covered, Debi. A very nice little history lesson poem explaining the origin of the holiday. We usually end up with a double celebration since my twin grandchildren were born May 12. I enjoyed your poem very much! Great job!
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hi Gail, I added your two suggestions to the list, so thank you for helping to make the list more interesting.
And thanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Begin Again
Each and every one of the "big hearted" women that you mentioned do deserve to be recognized for all that they give for the children who are in need. Thank you for sharing the story and for encouraging all of us to open up our hearts.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Each and every one of the "big hearted" women that you mentioned do deserve to be recognized for all that they give for the children who are in need. Thank you for sharing the story and for encouraging all of us to open up our hearts.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hi Carol, thanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Shanbreen
Thank you Debi for sharing this poem. A good tribute to Anna Jarvis--- a lovely sentiment. I have argued against wishing Mother's Day to childless women. Like you, I thank Debbie D'Arcy for opening my eyes to the meaning of being a mother.
I, wonder, however, how this would reflect on the other gender when it comes to Father's Day. Frankly, your sentiments about childless women can be transferred to childless men, too. =)
BTW, I called my mother, Mamma. (Pronounced: Mum-maa).
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Thank you Debi for sharing this poem. A good tribute to Anna Jarvis--- a lovely sentiment. I have argued against wishing Mother's Day to childless women. Like you, I thank Debbie D'Arcy for opening my eyes to the meaning of being a mother.
I, wonder, however, how this would reflect on the other gender when it comes to Father's Day. Frankly, your sentiments about childless women can be transferred to childless men, too. =)
BTW, I called my mother, Mamma. (Pronounced: Mum-maa).
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hi Shanbreen, check it out, I added your version of mom. I appreciate that so much. Andthanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my friend. Love, Debi
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You are very welcome.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice artwork and presentation, Debi.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You did a good job giving the
background of Mother's Day.
-It's always good to learn new things.
-You make a good point about whether
or not her wishes would continue so
she would be very glad to know they did.
-Even though Mother's Day, like other
holidays is commercialized, you don't
have to participate in that aspect of it.
-A very good closing couplet.
-I can add mommy to your list.
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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-Very nice artwork and presentation, Debi.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You did a good job giving the
background of Mother's Day.
-It's always good to learn new things.
-You make a good point about whether
or not her wishes would continue so
she would be very glad to know they did.
-Even though Mother's Day, like other
holidays is commercialized, you don't
have to participate in that aspect of it.
-A very good closing couplet.
-I can add mommy to your list.
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hi there Pam, I will look and add mommy to the list. Thank you so much for contributing. And thanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my sweet friend. Love, Debi
LOL, I read your review this morning, and didn't have time to respond, but I did add mommy to the list right away. Thanks again Sweetie!!
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You are very welcome for the review and addition of another word for your list. I vaguely remember hearing about the person who started Mother's Day, but it was a long time ago. We learn a lot from your poems. Keep up the good work, my friend.
Comment from Sanku
You are right ..this has become very commercialised and I feel sad tat sometimes it is even insincere .The mothers are taken out for the day or for lunch/dinner..and of course not to forget the flowers..
but still mothers do need a day for all the life lonf caring they do..
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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You are right ..this has become very commercialised and I feel sad tat sometimes it is even insincere .The mothers are taken out for the day or for lunch/dinner..and of course not to forget the flowers..
but still mothers do need a day for all the life lonf caring they do..
Comment Written 13-May-2024
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
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Hey Santha, thanks so much for the lovely review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my sweet friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Dr. Nad
Debi, thanks so much for bringing us information that enables us to celebrate Mother's Day in an even more historically accurate context. As always, you are looking for and finding new ways to encourage kindness, and heartfelt generosity. Thanks again for it all Debi
I found one word that I think you might want to add an S
"Exactly what her wishes were, she'd make those (dream - s)
come true."
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Debi, thanks so much for bringing us information that enables us to celebrate Mother's Day in an even more historically accurate context. As always, you are looking for and finding new ways to encourage kindness, and heartfelt generosity. Thanks again for it all Debi
I found one word that I think you might want to add an S
"Exactly what her wishes were, she'd make those (dream - s)
come true."
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Dan, thanks so much for the review of this MD story. It is kind of unusual, but it is a fact. I thought it interesting because I have never heard it before.
And that typo happened when fixing some other things, but I had it fixed before I read your review. I must have been in doing it at the same time you were reviewing it. Thanks tho for trying to help tho.
Thanks for the kind words and your six stars for this poem, my friend.
Love, Debi
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Sis as always, You are most welcome!
