Marking this day helps us strengthen our relationship with the parent who makes the most sacrifice for us
KARACHI: Nearly every group in society and every family relationship has a special day such as Father’s Day, Women’s Day, Children’s Day, Labour Day, etc. We celebrate these days and try to convey a message about the respect we have for these groups and their rights or the love we have for them. Similarly, May 10 is observed as World Mother’s Day but unfortunately very few people in Pakistan notice when this day comes and goes. This is wrong. Marking this day is a positive act as it helps us strengthen our relationship with the parent who makes the most sacrifice for us.
So on this day, for just one day at least, buy the flowers or chocolates or scented candles for her. But more than anything else try to call on your mother, either by phone or in person if you’re not in the same city. Just talk. Even better, why not listen to her for a change?
Zainab Ali
Published in The Express Tribune, May 1st, 2015.
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