Mother-in-Law Day
Is it Halloween already???

Ok seriously folks – the last Sunday of October is set aside to honor mother-in-laws and their help, love, and contributions to the family.

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Today the White House released the official portrait of the First Family. Annie Leibovitz was the photographer.

President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and their daughters, Sasha and Malia, sit for a family portrait in the Green Room of the White House, Sept. 1, 2009. (Official White House Photo)

photo credit: The Official White House Photostream via flickr

World Menopause Day
Join in the international call to make menopausal health a principal research issue. In addition to the unpleasant side effects often associated with menopause, this life-changing event also triggers the onset of higher rates of osteoporosis, heart disease, colon cancer and other diseases.

Parent’s Day
A day for honoring and paying tribute to the men and women who bring love, stability and strength to the family and the country.

All hail the ‘rents!

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Father & Daughter Take a Walk Day
With the beautiful weather outside now is the perfect time to take a father / daughter walk. Just the two of you.

Enjoy the beauty of the summer and the enjoyment of each other. Because before too long you’ll find yourself walking with her one last time; down the aisle.

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Crowded Nest Awareness Day
Remember when the kids went away for college and then moved on with their lives, never to return again? Well not any more!

And with the ecomnomic realities of life these days, more and more of our big “little ones” are returning to the “empty nest.” And sometimes with a significant other and their own “little ones” too! Oy!

So today’s the day to bring awareness as well as to offer support for those suffering parents.

Happy Mother's Day!

Holidays on the Net is delighted to invite you to join our celebration of motherhood, Mother’s Day on the Net. Come learn about the history of Mother’s Day in America, and then discover how moms around the world are celebrated. For example, did you know that British mums were honored a few weeks ago during Mothering Sunday?

Speaking of “did you know?”, be sure to check out our fun-filled article on the facts, figures and folklore of motherhood and Mother’s Day. At Holidays on the Net, you can also discover the special way in which Americans pay tribute to bereaved military moms (hint: it’s during the September holiday of Gold Star Mother's Day)

If you want to make Mother’s Day an extra-special celebration of your one-of-a-kind mom, we have plenty of resources for you. For example, check out our Guide to Mother’s Day Gifts, where we offer a trove of creative gift ideas for all kinds of moms — and all kinds of budgets. If homemade gifts are more your style, don’t miss our step-by-step instructions to Mother’s Day crafts. Simpler yet, help your children create personalized homemade Mother’s Day cards by using one of our mom-themed coloring pictures.

Or, how about making mom the best treat of all?! Breakfast in bed. (And don’t forget the clean-up! Nothing says, “I appreciate you” like a sparkling sink!) If you no longer live at home, you can still drop off a basket of mouthwatering muffins at her front door!

If you find yourself at a loss for words about dear-old Mom this Mother’s Day, Holidays on the Net can help. Read the inspirational proclamations of past U.S. presidents, who annually share their thoughts on the pivotal role that moms play in raising up our nation. Or simply let Holidays on the Net find the words for you, by sending one of our free e-cards.

Mother’s Day 2009 will be celebrated on Sunday May 10th. We can’t wait to share this special occasion with all of you, so be sure to stop by!

Happy Holidays,
Louie & the Holiday Elves
Holidays on the Net

Did You Know?
May 10

Its Mother’s Day!

Thanks for joining us for our countdown to Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother’s Day,
louie and the holiday elves

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Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a time of commemoration and celebration for Mom. It is a day for breakfast in bed, family gatherings, and crayon scribbled “I Love You’s.” Honor your special mom during this national celebration of America?s 85 million mothers.

So join us for our Mother’s Day celebration – Mother’s Day on the Net.

For your entertainment you’ll find fun Holiday things for you, your mom and your family. We’ve got some stories to read, recipes to make and muffins to bake, pictures for the kids to color, and holiday craft gift ideas! So bring the kids and tell your friends.

Did You Know?
Facts, Figures & Folklore:
Motherhood & Mother’s Day
May 09 : 01 day till Mother’s Day

Did you know that on Mother’s Day, the President of the United States issues an annual proclamation* reaffirming the national significance of mothers to the American people?

In 2004, for example, then President Bush declared that, “Mothers who protect, teach, and nurture their children with all their hearts strengthen their families and help build a better future for our country.”

Read President Obama’s 2009 Mother’s Day Presidential Proclamation.

Mother’s Day is a time of commemoration and celebration for Mom. It is a time of breakfast in bed, family gatherings, and crayon scribbled “I Love You’s.” So join our Mother’s Day festivities as we present a new “Did You Know?” fact each day as we countdown to Mother’s Day on May 10th!

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