Similar to US, Mother's Day celebration in New Zealand take place on the second Sunday of May. Since the concept has been taken from the west, the celebration idea and the reason behind it are also the same. New Zealanders celebrate Mother's Day with great emotions and feelings. They realize that the contribution of a mother in a child’s life is immeasurable and that there needs to be a day that is completely dedicated to such a wonderful being. For them, Mother's Day commemorates the efforts of a mother and the role she plays in a person's life.
Though Mother's Day has it roots in the West, the idea or the concept is fast catching in New Zealand as well. The people there celebrate the day with great pomp and show and hold a great zeal and enthusiasm for it. On Mother's Day, the environment in New Zealand is totally colorful. Children undertake special efforts to please their mother. In this country also, commercialization has brought about a lot of awareness of the day, thereby increasing its importance all the more. The people have been made aware in advance about the coming of the auspicious day.
From giving flowers to taking Moms out for dinner, to having a family picnic, the options for New Zealanders are aplenty. On this special day, they not only remember their mother, but also other women who have contributed to their life, like their grand mother, aunt, nanny, etc. The day not only revives the bond between a mother and a child, but also brings them closer. On this day, children also give rest to their mother from regular chores and take over her responsibilities. In short, Mother's Day is a happy occasion in New Zealand.
Mother's Day Date New Zealand:
2009 - May 10
2010 - May 09
2011 - May 08
2012 - May 13
2013 - May 12
2014 - May 11
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