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Happy Mother's Day!

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Mother's Day is an annual holiday celebrated in many countries around the world to honour and appreciate mothers and motherly figures for their love, care, and sacrifice. The day is typically celebrated on the second Sunday of May in the United States, Canada, and many other countries, although the date may vary in other parts of the world. The history of Mother's Day dates back to ancient times when the Greeks and Romans held festivals to honour mother goddesses. However, the modern-day celebration of Mother's Day can be traced back to the early 20th century, when Anna Jarvis, a social activist, campaigned for a national holiday to honour mothers. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation designating Mother's Day as a national holiday in the United States. Today, Mother's Day is celebrated in various ways, depending on the culture and traditions of the country. In many countries, children give gifts, cards, or flowers to their mothers to show their ap