Mother's Day is a special holiday celebrated in many countries around the world. It was first observed as a day to honor mothers in 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial service for her mother at St. Andrew's Methodist Church in Grafton, West Virginia. It wasn't until 1914 that President Woodrow Wilson officially declared Mother's Day an official national holiday.

Since then, it has become an important means of celebrating motherhood and showing appreciation for all mothers do. Here are some facts about this beloved holiday:

• The most popular flower given on Mother's Day is the carnation — white ones represent purity and love, while red ones symbolize admiration and respect.

• Mother's Day is the busiest day of the year for restaurants in the US.

• The second Sunday in May has been celebrated as Mother's Day since its declaration in 1914.

• In 1997, a resolution was passed by Congress, dedicating each year as "A Year of the Family" and recognizing mothers and motherhood.

• Anna Jarvis, who campaigned to have Mother's Day recognized nationally, later came to regret her efforts because she believed that businesses had taken over the holiday and commercialized it.

No matter how you celebrate your mother on this special day, one thing is certain — it's a time of appreciation!