May is a month of remembering and creating memories.
Mother’s Day
In the United States, we designate the second Sunday in May Mother’s Day to honor mothers. You may not be one, but we all have one, although, like me, yours may be deceased. (I know other nations have a similar day on a different date.)

You may have pleasant or not-so-pleasant memories of your mother; nurturing may not come easily to some women, possibly because they did not receive it. Sometimes when that happens, other women step in to bridge the gap. They deserve to be honored also.
Mother’s Day-the movie
From Garry Marshall, the director of Pretty Woman and Valentine’s Day, comes MOTHER’S DAY, an all-star comedy that celebrates parenthood and family.

Jennifer Aniston, Julia Roberts, Kate Hudson, and Jason Sudeikis lead an incredible cast in a film that intersects the lives of a group of people maneuvering their way through a crazy week of difficult relationships and family dysfunction in the week leading up to Mother’s Day. It’s a comedy that will make you laugh, cry and cheer! (this is an affiliate income-generating link)
Memories
May is a traditional month for proms, graduations, and weddings. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many did not happen as planned but most found creative ways to create meaningful memories anyway.

I married my husband in May; I almost share an anniversary with the Duchess of Sussex, the former American actress Meghan Markle. She and Prince Harry are parents of a cute little boy, Archie, and a girl, Lillibet, named after her great-grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth of England.
Now the family lives in the United States, California. Their marriage has been strained by family, political, financial, and personal issues, as have most marriages. I wrote about our marriage journey in this post.
Two Words That Still Change My Life
This post shares a personal journey of unexpected love, marriage, and struggles stemming from unrecognized PTSD. It delves into the transformative power of reconciliation and healing trips to Vietnam, ultimately bringing hope and joy. Through various life-changing encounters, the couple’s story exemplifies the impact of powerful, unforeseen words and encounters.
Keep readingMay timely topics include
- spring and summer health concerns
- Memorial Day, another U.S. national observance
- women’s health
exploring the HEART of health, memories, and celebrations
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Dr. Aletha
Wondering what to get Mom for Mother’s Day? Maybe some help with remembering her passwords?

Happy anniversary to you.
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Thank you Lydia. I almost cannot believe how long we’ve been married. So many of my friends did not make it this far and I am sad for them.
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Dear Dr. Aletha
Sorry to trouble you, but I am busy designing and creating a database of your Instagram and Facebook links and handles as you share your links with SSPS.
Please will you be so kind as to let me know your IG and FB information then I can add and easily tag you when you’re in the top 5 and I promote your post.
Thanks in advance.
Esmé – EsmeSalon
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Thanks for asking and yes I’m happy too. Look for an email from me with the info.
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Thank you so much, I received your email and will add to my new database.
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So many pleasant memories! Happy Anniversary and Happy Mother’s Day! Thank you for sharing this post in the Talent-Sharing Tuesdays Link-Up 63.
Carol
http://www.scribblingboomer.com
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Happy Mother’s Day to you too. I get spoiled because my birthday is close to Mother’s Day; not such because of presents or anything, but guarnatee’s visits from my kids which I love. Hope your week is great.
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My mother’s birthday sometimes fell on Mothers Day.
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