MAKE MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL Celebrate Moms Around the World
Japan Moms in Japan are celebrated on “Haha no Hi,” held on the second Sunday in May. The holiday was introduced in Japan after World War II and has become widely embraced. In Japan, a popular gift for moms on Haha no Hi is a bouquet of red carnations, a flower that represents a mother’s purity, sweetness, and endurance. Brazil “Dia das Mães,” Brazil’s Mother’s Day celebration, also falls on the second Sunday of May. In terms of popularity, Dia das Mães ranks second only to Christmas for Brazilians. Families start to plan well in advance. Moms in Brazil are
This year, Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 13. At least, that’s when we celebrate Mother’s Day in the United States. People in almost every nation dedicate a holiday to celebrating moms, and each country has traditions as unique as the moms they honor. Here are just a few fantastic Mother’s Day celebrations from around the world. Mexico In Mexico, Mother’s Day, or “El Dia de la Madre,” is a big deal. This May 10 holiday is always the busiest day of the year for restaurants in Mexico. Like in the United States, flowers and gifts are popular, but in Mexico, El Dia de la Madre is also celebrated with music. In fact, in some cities, it’s tradition to go to your mom’s house on the morning of May 10 and wake her up with a song!
afternoon, and skits or musical performances from their children. San Diego, California Most of us won’t be able to visit Mexico, Japan, or Brazil to celebrate Mother’s Day this year, but we believe the holiday should still be special. That’s why we’re inviting patients to come celebrate with us a day early! On Saturday, May 12, we invite you to bring your mom, grandma, aunt, and all the wonderful women in your life to A+ Family’s San Diego location. We’ll have free fruit and apple cider for everyone! This is just our way of saying thank you to the wonderful moms we know and love.
usually treated to church gatherings in the morning, big family barbecues in the
Happy Mother’s Day to all the great moms out there. We hope to see you all on May 12!
Sautéed Zucchini & SQUASH WITH FETA
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Zucchini and summer squash are arriving on grocery store shelves. Here is a great way to take these humble, delicious vegetables to the next level. This easy dish is perfect for early summer.
Ingredients
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1 zucchini
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2 teaspoons fresh thyme 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 summer squash
1/2 medium red onion
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
1. Cut zucchini into 1/4-inch-thick semicircles. Dice onion. 2. Heat a large skillet to medium high. Add olive oil, onion, and thyme. 3. Once onion is soft (about 2 minutes), add zucchini and squash. Season
with salt and pepper; cook 4–5 minutes until squash barely begins to caramelize. 4. Place in serving bowl and top with feta.
BLOOMING GARDENING MAY DAY SPRING
MAY GEMINI MOTHERS DAY TAURUS
EMERALD LILY NIGHTINGALE WARM
Adapted from mynewroots.org
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