Mother’s Day, This Time With More Meaning

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Add meaning to Mother’s Day by working to improve the lives of mothers around the world.

What Makes A Mother? Mother’s Day was officially created in 1908 to honor mothers whose sons died in war. The earliest attempts to establish a Mother’s Day was rooted in women’s peace groups. It has since become a day to celebrate motherhood, mothers, and the positive contributions they make to our society. Consider what we believe to be true about motherhood. Mothers are supposed to be selfless; love unconditionally; be kind, patient, gentle; quick to soothe a hurt; always available; ... Continue Reading

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Spring Traditions Around the World

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Discover vibrant and fascinating spring traditions around the world.

Learning about various cultures is always fun and enlightening, not just for adults - but kids as well. This spring, people around the world will participate in activities and fun. From the ancient to the modern, these spring traditions and festivals may inspire something new you'll want to try with your family. India: In the spring, north India celebrates a festival called Holi. The celebration is marked by lighting bonfires called Holika. Both children and adults chase each other and throw ... Continue Reading

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Blog of the Week: Since You Asked

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The SocialMoms Blog of the Week is Since You Asked – where we can all make the world a better place.

Congratulations to Since You Asked: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! Dawn Sticklen, author of Since You Asked, writes about ways to make your community a better place in hopes that we can all, one person at a time, make the world a better place. I interviewed Dawn about her inspiration behind the site ... SM: What was your inspiration for starting Since You Asked? Initially I thought I’d use my blog as a platform for spouting off my opinions about various parenting issues. ... Continue Reading

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New Year’s Traditions From Around the World

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Learn traditions celebrated for New Year’s from around the world.

I don't know about you but, my family had a lot of traditions when I was growing up - and I really had no idea where most of them originated. We have always celebrated New Year's Eve as a family. Not just mom, dad, and the kids - but local aunt, uncles, cousin, and significant others were always invited. We all watched the ball drop on TV. We were supposed to hold some form of money in our hands when the ball dropped. If we were holding money that meant we would have money in the new ... Continue Reading

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