Mother’s Day is a day in which everyone celebrates mothers and motherhood. It mostly celebrated in March and May across the world.  It started out in the United States in the 20^th century.  The Mother’s Day holiday first began in 1908 introduced by Anna Jarvis who held a memorial for her mother. She was the one who began campaigning Mother’s Day as a recognizable date in the United States. It was successful in 1914 but was commercialized in 1920 which left her disappointed. It was quickly recognized and adopted by many countries around the world.  People tend to offer gifts, cards or flowers to their mothers, wives or any maternal figure.

Mother’s Day has come a long way and in the 21^st Century many stores offer various types of gifts that can be purchased for that special and wonderful mother in your life.  There are so many in which to make Mother’s Day ever so special.  It all starts with planning ahead.  Making sure to think your gift through don’t just purchase whatever you find.  Don’t just rush it; think of all the things she may have mentioned during the year. Pick up on little hints and comments as this may help you out in the long run.

Make sure to make a note in your phone and set the date and time.  Last thing you want is forgetting about this special day as you will be in big trouble. Ask her throughout the year what flowers she likes and make a mental note. This way you can make prior arrangements with your florist.

This is your chance to pamper her and make her feel special.  For anyone who wants to show their appreciation for their Mom this would be the perfect time to do it.  Whether taking her for a pedicure or manicure this will leave her feeling so special and may enjoy it like never before.  Just think of how good she’ll feel after having her toes and nails done with a massage in between.

Give her some time to herself, you can buy a stack of dvds or magazines to help her unwind and have some time to herself.  Even if it’s just for a bit you can always leave for a bit then return.  This can be before or after you have your Mother’s Day plans.  A small break would I’m sure make her realize how loved she is.  If you are having family over for lunch or brunch make sure to have all the plans and arrangements made prior.  Do not let her try to make anything this is her day off and she needs to feel special.  Pamper her as much as you can all day long, it is her day after all right.  You can always have your kids or yourself make a special gift that would mean a lot I’m sure.  Buy arts and crafts and make something special that can be displayed for her to always remember.

International Women’s Day is a day of celebration all around the world.  It is held every year on March 8^th.  It’s a day of celebrating women and the appreciation towards them. Most of all love to all women around the world on this special day which is marked annually. It had started off as a social event but progressed into other nations such as Russia, the Soviet and amongst Eastern Europe.  As years went on, it became more of a day where men showed their appreciation and love to women sort of like Valentine’s Day Etc.   The United Nation’s uses this day to celebrate and help empower women around the world who are struggle due to political uphold.  Some wear purple ribbons to Celebrate International Women’s Day.

As the many years have passed on, International Women’s Day just grew more and more.  Such as in May 03/1908, February 28^th 1909 and February 27^th 1910 which is where it first began on different dates and cities.

It is a day that is celebrated for women and how they affect and change the world for a better place.  It is a global celebration which acknowledges the political, economic and social achievements in which women have achieved throughout the years.

On March 8^th 1857 women in New York City protested over low wages in factories and actually created the first labor union. International Women’s Day was first established in Copenhagen.  The year after more than a million people celebrated in Europe on March 8^th.

On March 8^th men acknowledge the strong women in their lives, such as their wives, daughters, mothers and anyone close who’s a woman. Some present gifts at this time as an appreciation.  It’s truly a wonderful and special day that should be celebrated and not forgotten.  Many don’t celebrate or don’t even know the existence of this special day. Do make note this year and celebrate this wonderful day with the women in your life who matter. Take some time out of your day to buy a special gift and show the special women in your life that they are appreciated for all they do.  Let’s not forget the impact women make in our lives.  From cooking, cleaning, working, loving, caring and so much more.  They are beautiful and amazing.

Women today have come a long way. In which in the past they used to be only homemakers and were not allowed to say or do much.  Anything out of the ordinary was frowned upon.  Over the years they have become more capable of doing all sorts of things men were only allowed to do.

In some countries on March 8^th the women all gather for brunch or supper to show each other appreciation as well and celebrate them.  As they are able to talk and exchange stories of their empowerment and achievements.  All around the world people celebrate and cheer which is spectacular because there is nothing a woman can’t do.  They are simply amazing in so many different ways and to show appreciation is the least that anyone can do.