In Germany, a Radolfzell advertising agency (Werbeagentur Radolfzell) and a florist may promote the honoring of mothers even before the second Sunday of May. Actually before Mother’s Day became an official event in Germany in 1923. German flower shops were already encouraging people to constantly show their love and appreciation for mothers even if there is no special occasion.
Anna Jarvis Wanted Mother’s Day to be More Personal and Less Commercialized
That was how American social activist Anna Jarvis , the prime mover of the Mother’s Day observation wanted it to be. She specifically stated that the possessive term Mother’s being used to designate a day of honoring a mom should be singular and personal for every family. She strongly opposed the Read More …