Mayday is a universal distress call, but there’s nothing distressing about certain Sundays in May which are cause for great celebration and thanksgiving.   

Believed to have originated in ancient times, Mother’s Day is celebrated in over forty countries around the world, usually on the first or second Sunday in May – and has expanded to become a multi billion dollar industry.

The holiday dates back to the spring celebrations and religious festivals in Ancient Greece, and despite the modern-day commercialization of the event, it remains a special day of tribute to special mums. 

Some people need a little push and encouragement when it comes to expressing emotion, so Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to say what you really mean.  

Without doubt, it’s one of the favourite days of the year for the florist industry, restaurant owners, card manufacturers and retailers.  Flower deliveries worth 900 million dollars are sold in the US on Mother’s Day, 150 million greeting cards change hands and more people dine out on the day than any other day.  

The advent of Mother’s Day sees a huge rise in advertising and publicity around the event.  Every newspaper, magazine, TV and radio station has inserts and features entreating consumers to spend their money – and we are inundated with special offers and gift ideas.  Some people feel guilty if they’re not splurging on their mother, and the real meaning of the holiday can get buried under all the commercial activity.  It’s not difficult to lose sight of the real world. 

So what do mums like best and what will really make her day?  Most mums would probably choose a combination of something and nothing.  Doing ‘nothing’ would mean someone else taking care of the necessary chores during the day, whilst the ‘something’ would be something a bit special like a gift, fresh flowers, a pamper session at a spa, a great meal at a restaurant, a family get-together or an unexpected surprise.   A beautiful card with meaningful words of appreciation could be the perfect gift.  It’s about how it’s done – not how much.

Sometimes the simplest offerings are the best.  A hand-drawn card, a child’s letter about why mum means so much, a tray of tea in bed, a family meal, unexpected help around the home or a gorgeous bunch of fresh flowers. 

In fact, flowers are the first choice of Mother’s Day gifts around the world.  According to Perth Florist Direct, white carnations are the most requested variety, with perennially popular roses also hugely popular.  A gorgeous mixed bouquet, informal country arrangement of fragrant spring bulbs, a tightly packed posy of pastel blooms, a delicate potted orchid or an armful of velvety rosebuds will all show the depth of your emotion.  The fantastic thing about a Mother’s Day flower delivery is that it can be arranged to suit any budget or preference, so chat to your local Perth florist about how you can make mum’s day.

You don’t have to be a victim of commercial publicity.  It’s your choice whether your Mother’s Day gift is simple or extravagant.  Whether you’re honouring a mother who has dedicated decades to raising her family, celebrating a new mum or maternal figure or remembering a mother or grandmother who has passed away, a floral arrangement provides a unique and personal tribute. 

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