Can you cope with Mother's Day?

I used to loathe it. I have no children of my own.. The local vicar ( please don't lump me in with the God Squad, it was in the parish magazine) wrote that mothering applied to anyone who mothered, cared or supported others. So these days it sits a bit easier with me since reading that. I have to say I still feel very alone on that day however. I stay at Home rather than venture out to watch all the families and mothers.

Coming up again soon, Mother's Day.

Something to celebrate, or, family so far away?

What are your thoughts.

I love Mother's Day- a lovely way to celebrate being a mum in all its multifaceted glory- I spent the day day helping my stressed daughter de-clutter her flat and then going out for a sublime meal (paid for by me- she's an impoverished student)!

My only son, lives in Australia. He gets reminded by my hubby, so the flowers and phone call were lovely, but it doesnt get easier!