Well, Mother's Day is over for this year. For some , it went very well. For those of you who were disappointed, saddened, angered or felt let down - don't let the bastards get to you.
The Captains of Commerce love to create days to make people celebrate and spend money in the process, but there is seldom a thought for the people who are hurt by those occassions because they either don't have anyone, or because they are unable to celebrate it. The Day serves as a painful reminder for children who don't have mothers; and perhaps painful for mothers who are mothers no longer. In South Africa, the reality of both groups is on the increase. (Please note, Justice and Health Departments. You deserve to grovel on those days)
To those who are mothers no longer, or not yet, perhaps you would like to consider the possibility of teaming up with kids who don't have mothers, on those days in the future? If you do, just bear in mind that a mother for the day does not release the kids from their pain of not being with their real mothers on the day. You cannot substitute - you can only share in their despair by being a friend and a mother-figure; and by lightening their burden for the day by some fun and caring. However, it could be a lot more fun for both parties than sharing the day with friends who have happy families, which only highlights a sense of loneliness in those who don't. Realistically, unless it is already known territory to you, it may be safer for you and the kids if a group of mothers hosts a group of children. Better chance of success in untested territory. Just a thought. Who knows? Perhaps the experience could introduce you to something that lasts longer than just a day.
If you are not aware of opportunities in your area, you could try using the Social Welfare links on this site, or write to me and let us see if I can point you in the right direction.
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