Cinco de Mayo

 

Today marks the anniversary of Cinco de Mayo. While it’s a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, the annual fiesta is an excuse in the United States to indulge in margaritas, cervezas (beer), guacamole and tacos.

Many people tend to confuse Cinco de Mayo with “Día de la Independencia,” or Mexico’s Independence Day. That holiday, also known as “El Grito de la Independencia,” is actually observed on Sept. 16, when Mexico celebrates its independence from Spain.

In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is not a celebration but a day of remembrance.  It commemorates Mexico’s victory over the French during the 1862 Battle of Puebla. An outnumbered Mexican army defeated the invading French forces at the small town of Puebla de Los Angeles during the Franco-Mexico War.

The retreat of the French troops represented a great victory for the people of Mexico.  It symbolized the country’s ability to defend its sovereignty against a powerful foreign nation.

Source: NBC New York©

Happy Mother’s Day Wishes to Celebrate Your Mom

 

Happy Mother’s Day! These 100 Mother’s Day Messages Will Melt Your Mama’s Heart.   

Celebrating your mom with special Mother’s Day messages can make her day feel that much more extra special. Regardless of not often having the time to express our emotions for them, today we take time from our busy lives to say thank you to our mothers.

Whether you need a special message or text to your mom, you’ll find plenty of Mother’s Day wishes you can use right here.  Indeed, to truly celebrate your mother and thank her for being your number one fan use these wishes. Don’t forget your grandmother, aunt, or even your mother-in-law to wish them a joyous Mother’s Day. Or a special person who is like a mom to you.

This Mother’s Day, tell mom how you truly feel with any of these thoughtful messages. They are heartfelt and sweet messages that are sure to make her heart soar with love and gratitude!

100 Mother’s Day Messages

1. I’m glad that you’re my mother because I’m not sure anyone else could have put up with me this long! Love you, Mom.

2. Your smile brightens each day and makes it better than the last. Happy Mother’s Day, Mom!

3. I feel so lucky to have you as my mom. Thanks for always believing in me and doing so much for me each day. Have a great Mother’s Day, you deserve to be spoiled!

4. It’s my time to tell you how fortunate and special I am to be blessed with a mother as caring, loving as you. Wish you a happy Mother’s Day, Mom!

5. Mom, thank you for being my anchor in this stormy sea of life. I love you and don’t know where I’d be without you. Have a great day today.

6. Mother Goose, Ma Barker, Mother Theresa—of all the mothers that ever lived, you’re the “Motheriest.” Have a great Mother’s Day!

7. Happy Mother’s Day to my very own superhero and the No. 1 problem-solver in my life. I hope you have a great day!

8. You held us in your arms, but little did we know that you gave us the greatest treasure that will never fade in our hearts and that’s your love.

9. Thanks for everything Mom, you really are one in a million! Love you!

10. You always helped me to remember what is important in life… and today it is you! You are the best!

11. Mom, you are the most outstanding woman in my life, and you’ll always be my number one. Have a very happy Mother’s Day!

12. In my life, I haven’t met a lady as elegant, beautiful, and lovely as you. I love you lots, mommy!

13. Thank you for always being there, Mom. Happy Mother’s Day!

14. Undeniably, there’s never been a minute I wasn’t glad you were my Mom.

15. Although we’re far apart you are always in my heart. Happy Mother’s Day Mom!  I love you and miss you more than words can say.

16. Best friends and also the best mother ever; you are seriously a gift to me! I love you. Happy Mother’s Day!

17. Generally, I don’t think I realized just how much you did to keep our day-to-day life running so smoothly. Now that I’m grown up, I am still in awe of everything you did for us, and I admire you all the more. Thank you for making my childhood such a special one! I love you, Mom!

18. Thanks for bringing me into this world and always seeing the best in me. Happy Mother’s Day, Mom!

19. Mom, I honestly don’t know how I’d get through each day without you by my side. Thank you for still being such a supportive mother to me, and a fantastic grandmother to my children. We all love you so much! Happy Mother’s Day!

20. To the person who has done more for me than anyone in this world! Love you, Mama!

21. Thanks for being an incredible mother and role model to me during my childhood. I am so thankful to have your support and guidance as I navigate through life. Happy Mother’s Day!

22. Undoubtedly, I got all my good qualities from you, Mom! Isn’t it lucky you had more than enough for both of us?

23. Thank you Mom for showing me how to be the best version of myself. I am a strong woman because a strong woman raised me. I am so thankful for everything you’ve done for me.

24. You gave me the gift of life.  However, our gifts to you pale in comparison. Happy Mother’s Day!

25. Thank you for being a source of strength, guidance, happiness, and inspiration to our family every day. Our world is a brighter place with you in it! Happy Mother’s Day, my love!

Read more wishes at:  parade.com©

Written by Maryn Liles.

 

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