Mothers day, Fathers Day, Valentines Day, etc etc, why all the HYPE and what does it really mean??

louise71594 · Yahoo User

Mothers day is approaching and many many people will be out and about celebrating this day with their Moms, Grandmoms, sisters, wives, etc. Mothers Day; its the one day I choose to do absolutely nothing; I am a Mom 364 days a year biologically that is, but on that one day, I choose not to celebrate being a Mom, but just being me. Motherhood is forever, so claiming that one day on my terms "Mom-free" feels great, so all the hoopla takes a back seat. No dinners at crowded restaurants, no flowers, gifts, etc. Just leave me be. Fathers Day: Same applies here! My husband thinks its meaningless, so just saying "happy fathers day is enough for him", works for me.Valentines Day; Same rules apply; no flowers, candy,cards, etc., We call each other on the phone or text, or email "Happy Valentines day" and enough said!!To each his own, but why all the hype?? Treat me and others special everyday, not just one day!Kill the sarcasim Acoustic, I know what it means, its a figure of speech, if you what that means, as for the other responses, One day is not enough to celebrate parents, so I extend that gratitude everyday with my Mom. Throughout the year we spend quality time together, and lately have been traveling together. She could care less about that day, because she knows she is special every day. I don't need to make anyone rich to prove that ie;candies,flowers, cards,etc.Some you are taking this way too personal; maybe you should not post comments. It is what is. Maybe if more people extended their appreciation and gratitiude throughout the year, they would not bust their butts on that one day.Thank you Mary, my point exactly, you just earned 10 points!!!!!!I like your response Ellie, and thats wonderful that you call your Mom on Fathers day... I don't dislike MD, but I just think way too much emphasis is placed on things and not purpose for that day. Just making the call as you do, says it all, which is what I do, and receive, and it beats a gift anyday. Now kids making gifts are special, I do agree with you there. I still have card my son made, they are irreplacable. Those are more special than any dinner, jewerly, etc. Thats my point...