What does the American flag stand for? For me, the American flag is a symbol of freedom. The flag is a symbol of patriotism, which was given its significance through the sacrifice of thousands and thousands of dedicated military service personnel who gave their lives for our freedom.
In fact, consumers are expected to spend an average of $152.52 on gifts for Mother's Day: up 8 percent from last year, according to a survey by the National Retail Federation. In total, we're expected to spend a total $18.6 billion on Mother's Day presents, according to the NRF. (H/t USA Today.)
Julia Ward sponsored Mother's Day each year in Boston around 1870 to promote pacifism and disarmament with women. It lasted about 10 years. Anna Jarvis organized the first Mother's Day in Grafton, West Virginia at St. Andrew's Methodist Church in 1908.