How Mother's Day Was Started
Founder- Anna Jarvis39 total reviews
Comment from Monica Chaddick
I like that this poem was not only entertaining, but educational, as well. I had no idea where Mother's Day had come from, and it was quite interesting to learn about it. Happy Mother's Day! By the way, Madre is another word for Mom.
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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I like that this poem was not only entertaining, but educational, as well. I had no idea where Mother's Day had come from, and it was quite interesting to learn about it. Happy Mother's Day! By the way, Madre is another word for Mom.
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Dear Monica, 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 and your six stars for this poem, my friend.
Love, Debi
Comment from zanya
That's an interesting historical perspective on the day that we have come know as a day dedicated to mothers and mothering - inevitably though it probably did' become a little too commercialized' - great font choice.
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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That's an interesting historical perspective on the day that we have come know as a day dedicated to mothers and mothering - inevitably though it probably did' become a little too commercialized' - great font choice.
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Hi Zanya, 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 karenina
Happy Mother's Day, Debi! I didn't know the history ~ but agree with Anna Jarvis that it quickly became largely commercialized and not at all the sentimental, personal tribute to our mothers...
We don't need "retail" to show our love and appreciation! It is still the hand-made cards I treasure -- and, when possible, the time spent together.
I join with you in honoring all the women who have cared for, loved, nurtured, and given their hearts to others -- but who may not have been mothers. They too deserve to be recognized and honored!
Here's hoping you are having a wonderful day!
Karenina
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Happy Mother's Day, Debi! I didn't know the history ~ but agree with Anna Jarvis that it quickly became largely commercialized and not at all the sentimental, personal tribute to our mothers...
We don't need "retail" to show our love and appreciation! It is still the hand-made cards I treasure -- and, when possible, the time spent together.
I join with you in honoring all the women who have cared for, loved, nurtured, and given their hearts to others -- but who may not have been mothers. They too deserve to be recognized and honored!
Here's hoping you are having a wonderful day!
Karenina
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Hi Ms K, I am afraid that I made some changes in this and then my son popped in and my save didn't save when you read this so I am glad it was you that saw it. It was all supposed to be in four line stanza and I got rid of two lines I wasn't that crazy for in the first place.
Thanks for the kind comments for this tho. I sure appreciate it very much.
Lotsa love, Debi
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I do that, as well... Post then find I want to "nip and tuck" a bit along the way!
I think it is in a writer's genetic makeup!
:)
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Nicely done, Debi! I appreciate the tribute to childless women because this may well be an event dreaded by those who have suffered difficult
circumstances. I also agree with her concern of over-commercialisation for the same reasons. But a lovely, informative verse which celebrates this special event of the year. Well done! Debbie
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Nicely done, Debi! I appreciate the tribute to childless women because this may well be an event dreaded by those who have suffered difficult
circumstances. I also agree with her concern of over-commercialisation for the same reasons. But a lovely, informative verse which celebrates this special event of the year. Well done! Debbie
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Oh Shoot, I just came back from putting a thank you to you for helping me to see that we need to recognize these childless mothers. I keep wanting to say motherless mothers. LOL.......
Thanks so much. I saw some edits needed too, so just did it now and I think if finally is how I want it. Do you ever look back after you post and change things. I am horrible for hours, and today my kids came early for our brunch.
Anyway, thank you for your kindness, Debbie, as I appreciate you very much. I hope you don't mind me using your name in my notes.
Lotsa love, Debbie......love, Debi
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No, that's fine. And, yes, I'm changing things all the time. And even my reviews, I've got to double-check because I seem to be becoming increasingly dyslexic:(
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LOL, I sometimes fall asleep at the keyboard and not because I am bored.
Comment from QC Poet
Happy Mother's Day, thanks for sharing this little shared fact these days- I don't think I have ever heard how Mother's Day came to be very interesting and Ill be sharing this fact from this Mother's Day' forward. I am 62 but don't ever remember learning about this in school.
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Happy Mother's Day, thanks for sharing this little shared fact these days- I don't think I have ever heard how Mother's Day came to be very interesting and Ill be sharing this fact from this Mother's Day' forward. I am 62 but don't ever remember learning about this in school.
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Hi there QC, 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 barbara.wilkey
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO YOU!!! Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem about Mother's Day. I'd never heard the history of it. It's nice to know. Not sure why I never heard it, but I hadn't. I appreciate the education.
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO YOU!!! Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem about Mother's Day. I'd never heard the history of it. It's nice to know. Not sure why I never heard it, but I hadn't. I appreciate the education.
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Hi there, Barb, 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 Terry Broxson
And a happy Mother's Day to you. I suspect there will be few happy faces around your place today. The poem is well written and I think it is appropriate that it be done in rhyming verse. Good job. Terry.
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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And a happy Mother's Day to you. I suspect there will be few happy faces around your place today. The poem is well written and I think it is appropriate that it be done in rhyming verse. Good job. Terry.
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Hi Terry, thanks so much for the awesome 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 six stars and the kind words for this poem, my friend.
Love, Debi
Comment from Ric Myworld
Mother's do so much more than they ever get credit for doing. So many duties and expected to act around the clock at peak performance. But lucky for us, they do it out of love, not obligation. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Mother's do so much more than they ever get credit for doing. So many duties and expected to act around the clock at peak performance. But lucky for us, they do it out of love, not obligation. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Hi Ric, it is kind of a strange story wasn't it?
And Yes, mothers are always doing for others out of love. Is there really any other way? I can't imagine any greater feeling than how it feels to be there for family. Thanks for the kind words, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Sally Law
Oh thank you for sharing the history of Mother's Day. I'm blessed reading this. Motherhood is the greatest calling, I believe, and like the Marines, a tough job! It's not for the faint of heart, that's for sure! I love being a mom and Grammy and I know you do too. Be blessed today and always, dearest friend.
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, Debi Lee!
Love,
Sally Marie XOs!
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Oh thank you for sharing the history of Mother's Day. I'm blessed reading this. Motherhood is the greatest calling, I believe, and like the Marines, a tough job! It's not for the faint of heart, that's for sure! I love being a mom and Grammy and I know you do too. Be blessed today and always, dearest friend.
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, Debi Lee!
Love,
Sally Marie XOs!
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Hey Sally Marie 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.
You are so sweet and I appreciate your wonderful review more than you could possibly know. Thanks so very much for the six stars.
Thanks for the kind words for this poem, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from royowen
A beautifully written poem Debi, oh yes indeed, I'm sure that it became as commercial in her day as it is in our. This is an excellent work, the language is terrific, the rhyme is spot on, no mistakes, I had a funny ideas it might have been American. Happy mother's day Debi, Blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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A beautifully written poem Debi, oh yes indeed, I'm sure that it became as commercial in her day as it is in our. This is an excellent work, the language is terrific, the rhyme is spot on, no mistakes, I had a funny ideas it might have been American. Happy mother's day Debi, Blessings, Roy
Comment Written 12-May-2024
reply by the author on 12-May-2024
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Dear Roy. 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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Brilliant girl
