Every year, on the second Sunday in May, people celebrate Mother’s Day. It is a special day dedicated to honouring the unwavering love, dedication, and sacrifices of mothers worldwide. This tradition dates back to the early 1900s, when a woman named Anna Jarvis started a campaign to create a holiday that recognised the contributions of mothers to society.
Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day and when did this tradition start?
While the first official Mother’s Day was celebrated in the United States in 1914, the idea quickly gained popularity and spread to other parts of the world. Mother’s Day is celebrated in over 40 countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia, and India.
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