Back in the mists of time on Mothers Day I gave my Mum a little posy of flowers, usually violets.
Some historians claim that Mother's Day originates from ancient spring festivals dedicated to maternal goddesses. Greeks honored Rhea, wife of Cronus and mother of the gods and goddesses of Greek mythology.
Ancient Romans had a spring festival dedicated to Cybele, also a mother goddess. Called Hilaria, this celebration lasted for three days and included parades, games and masquerades.
A more modern version of Mother's Day began in the 1600s in England. Mothering Sunday was celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent. Small gifts were given, and a simnel cake was served.
What ever happened to Simnel cake? They appear to have gone out of fashion.
QUORDLE, 12 March š§š§š§š§š§
Iām finished my festival poncho
