Let The Celebrations Begin!

We’ve made it to the start of another delightful summer, and while we take the liberty to kick the season off a bit early, who doesn’t long for the sun’s warmth to wake them to another day’s pleasure?

There’s much to do, and though dark clouds sometimes fill the sky above, each day brings excitement and discovery, plus new opportunities to grow and share experiences.

It’s not to say that we won’t confront unexpected challenges, but getting outside, walking, hiking, or participating in a favorite pastime, allows for a change in perspective and the chance to find solutions to life’s issues.

May is the month families of every description celebrate Mother’s Day. Attributed to the Greeks and Romans, our modern-day celebration is rooted in the efforts of Ann Reeves Jarvis and others.

The original concept began around the middle of the 19th century when Jarvis shared in a movement to help mothers learn how to care for their children. Efforts focused on areas of the country at the conclusion of the Civil War, where reconciliation was absent. Eventually, the day evolved into an event of appreciation and acknowledgment of a mother’s importance within the family.

But, no deed goes unpunished; while Jarvis wanted

Mother’s Day to remain simple, signs of profiting grew, and the capitalization of the national holiday caused an onslaught of industries turning the special day into a commercialized sideshow.

The woman attributed to launching Mother’s Day eventually fought to dissolve the day and remove it from the calendar. Committed, Jarvis spent her resources to extinguish what she created, but to no avail; Mother’s Day is when we show our appreciation in many ways.

This month is a time for reflection; it includes taking a moment to remember those who served and assured us freedom from adversaries; their selfless sacrifice gives us pause this Memorial Day—May 29.

Giving thanks to the families of these heroes may grind against the grain of some, but the knowledge that our service men and women who fought valiantly so distractors can exercise their voices are a tribute to our fallen military members.

Hats off to those who served and the troops prepared to protect us daily.

Finally, this month we celebrate our 18th year of publishing; we have much to share about our experiences, and so if you’re interested, find our feature “Milestone,” you’ll learn of our passion and commitment.

We hope you’re ready to launch into the summer of 2023 because ‘you’ll get out of it what you put into it!’ H