Is mothers day a big important day

United States
May 2, 2010 10:34pm CST
Okay heres the deal.. I hear alot about Mothers day this and Mothers day that... and people always talk about the gifts they get... but what about the families that honestly can't afford to make it a big occasion..what about the mom's that only get a kiss and a hug and if they are lucky a little breakfast in bed... I mean does it have to be turned into a huge holiday,,, what can't it just be a day where mom's are given thanks.. and in return a tear run downs the mom's cheek when their children hug them and say I love you mommy?
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12 responses
• Canada
3 May 10
Well any person who goes around bregging about the gifts they got their mother for mothers are idoits. mothers day is sopposed to be about thanking your monther for all she has done for you and as child releaving her of her motherly duties for a day.
• United States
3 May 10
oh goodness I would love to see my 2 year old take on my mommy duties for the day... I can't imagine what the house would look like...lol
@youless (112497)
• Guangzhou, China
4 May 10
I think Mother's Day becomes much more important today. As mother is very important to a family. We shall do something to appreciate to her. You can say everyday is the Mother's Day. But if we can do something special for our mom in this holiday, perhaps she will be happier. After all, if she sees other moms get the gifts or be invited to a good meal, she may feel disappointed because she is not the same. I love China
@Blondie2222 (28611)
• United States
4 May 10
Mother's day is very important to me. I am very close to my mom and even tho she lives an hour away from me I try to spend alot of time with her. She had a stroke 4 yrs ago and so i'm spend as much time with her because you never know what tomorrow will bring. I look up to her and every mothers day we always do something like have picnics at the park or house and just do whatever. This year were going to the park with grandparents, grandchildren and just playing outdoors and having a picnic and enjoy the day. Should be fun!
@nonersays (3335)
• United States
4 May 10
Since my mom abandoned me when I was a baby I've never cared much for Mothers Day. It just makes me angry that Fathers day doesn't get as much hype around it. My father was always there for me.
• Philippines
4 May 10
YES! it should be an important day because it only happens once in a year..this will a moment that we can also share to our mother their importance in our lives.. they are the bravest and toughest heroes in our lives too.. without them, we aren't gonna grow up like who and what we are now.. so CHEERS to our Mothers! WE SALUTE THEM! and to my mom, I LOVE YOU!!
4 May 10
In my point of view its the thought that really counts. I think breakfast in bed is great, and you don't have to buy a card, make one and express your feelings for your mom tell her you love her. Try talking about fun times you had with her, and if she wants something done offer to help. And don't feel bad a lot of people can't afford things right now. :)
@laglen (19759)
• United States
3 May 10
no it does not! On Mothers day, my mom, sister and I will get together at my sisters house, no kids, no husbands. We have brunch, we each bring a dish, and just enjoy each other through the afternoon. We may exchange small gifts. I did get my mom water color pencils. she is an artist and really wants some. I am making bouquets of flowers out of my garden.
@Hatley (163776)
• Garden Grove, California
3 May 10
LillyBelleDaisyRose Hi Mothers day can be celebrated withoutg a huge amount of money. When I was little we kids would make our own mother's day cards and give them to our mothers, then we would cook dinner for our mothers, and she would be so grateful as she knew that we did all this with love for her, as we did not have a lot of money then.We always did something special for my mother when I was grown up and married. we would take her out to dinner and give her some flowers and some c hocolates still not spending much but it thrilled her and us too. Myson made c ards for me for mothers day, and we always went out to eat, not a lot of money spent but a warm day with lots of love.
@charylady (419)
• Philippines
3 May 10
why do they have to commercialize mother's day? what's important is we let our moms know we're thankful for all her sacrifices. shouldn't we be doing this everyday?
@pumared (514)
• Bulgaria
3 May 10
yes it is. for my mother is.
@zralte (4178)
• India
3 May 10
Frankly, I think there are just too many "days" now. I think it is just a big hype created by Cards and Gifts Companies to sell their products. Saying that, there are few "Day" that I think are appropriate and Mother's Day definitely is one of them. I don't think gifts and cards make it special. What makes it special is the little things that we do for our mothers (or what our children do for us). I am not saying that gifts are not special, of course, it is very good for those who can afford it. Let's face it, you are going to be touched by the drawings that your 4 or 5 year old kid made for just for you more than a really expensive store bought gifts. Even if it is just a hug and 'I love you, Mommy'; as long as it comes from the heart; I would still prefer that any day than some store bought gift with no love shown.
@joanick27 (141)
• Philippines
3 May 10
I am a mother and I will prefer a simple celebration, probably just a get together and a day free from household chores. I will be elated if ever I receive gift but I'm not gonna push it through. I just want to be with my family. Material things are not lasting anyway but the gift of love will forever remain and will be remembered forever a long as I live.