Mother's Day(母の日) の 🇺🇸 アメリカ合衆国

Mother's Day in the United States, celebrated on the second Sunday of May, is one of the most commercially significant holidays in the country. The modern holiday was established by Anna Jarvis in 1908 and became an official national holiday in 1914 under President Woodrow Wilson. Americans spend over 30 billion dollars on Mother's Day gifts, making it the third-largest consumer holiday after Christmas and Valentine's Day.

Flowers are the most popular Mother's Day gift, with carnations holding special significance as the original flower chosen by Anna Jarvis. Today, roses, lilies, and mixed bouquets are equally popular, and flower sales for Mother's Day exceed those of Valentine's Day. Greeting cards are also central, with approximately 113 million Mother's Day cards sent each year. Other popular gifts include jewelry, spa treatments, and gift cards.

Brunch has become the quintessential Mother's Day activity, with restaurants across the country offering special menus. Mother's Day is the busiest day of the year for the American restaurant industry. Families also celebrate with home-cooked breakfasts in bed, picnics, and outings to gardens, museums, or other favorite destinations. Many churches hold special services honoring mothers.

The holiday has expanded beyond biological mothers to celebrate all maternal figures, including grandmothers, stepmothers, foster mothers, and mentors. Social media has amplified the tradition of public tributes, with heartfelt posts and throwback photos flooding platforms on Mother's Day. The holiday also prompts reflection on motherhood in America, including conversations about maternal health, working mothers, and the challenges of parenting.

Annual observance honoring mothers and maternal figures for their contributions and sacrifices, celebrated on different dates worldwide (second Sunday of May in the US) with flowers, gifts, and family gatherings.