Citylife in Rugeley and Cannock Chase March April 2021

The Tradition of
Mothering Sunday
Cakes of Wonderland
By Charlotte Benton
Mother’s Day
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Availability.
Whilst we dearly cherish them all year round, Mother’s Day
is often regarded as the one day of the year in which
matriarchal roles are reversed - where Mum’s are served
breakfast in bed and are treated to a day off from their usual
motherhood duties.
This year, Mother’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday 14th March. The
significance of Mother’s Day serves as a special day to honour mothers
and motherhood, acknowledging their hard work that encompasses every
day of the year.
I bet you are wondering where this celebration originated from?
Celebrations of motherhood can be traced all the way back to the
Ancient Greeks and Romans, who held festivals in honour of the mother
goddesses, Rhea and Cybele.
However, the early Christian festival, known as Mothering Sunday, is the
clearest modern precedent of what we celebrate today as Mother’s Day
and can be traced back to the 17th century. The celebration of Mothering
Sunday traditionally fell on the fourth Sunday in Lent and was originally
seen as a time when the faithful would visit their ‘mother church’, this
being the main church in their local area, for a special service.
Gradually the tradition of Mothering Sunday has shifted towards a
more secular holiday in which children present their parent with gifts that
illustrate a token of their appreciation, such as chocolates and flowers.
Families also often celebrate by giving mothers a day off from the
everyday activities that the traditional notion of motherhood entails!
Versions of Mother’s Day are celebrated worldwide, with traditions
varying between countries.
In Thailand, Mother’s Day is always celebrated in August on the birthday
of the country’s current queen, Sirikit; in Ethiopia, Mother’s Day traditions
involve families gathering together in autumn to sing songs and eat a large
feast as part of a multi-day celebration; whilst in the United States
homage is paid to mothers in May.
Remember to treat your Mum this Mother’s Day to a gift that will be
sure to make her smile! Take a look at our gift guide on page 24 for great
present ideas.
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Mother’s Day Cupcake Flower Bouquet - Can be tailored to
any colours you choose - Flavours: Vanilla, Chocolate and
Lemon. £15.00
Box of 6 Mother’s Day cupcakes - £10 available in Nude and
Blush designs. Flavours: Vanilla, Chocolate and Lemon.
Booking is essential. Full payment required at time of enquiry.
Collection on 13th March, 1-3pm
Contact: 07516497165 or
hello@cakesofwonderlandlichfield.co.uk
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Make Mum
a Cocktail
Fruity and invigorating, Clive’s Wines can be drunk on their own
or mixed to make some truly unique creations.
Elderflower & Rhubarb
Spritzer
Light and refreshing, this is the
perfect pre-dinner tipple!
100ml Elderflower Wine from
Clive’s Wines
50ml Rhubarb Tonic
100ml Lemonade
25ml Dry Gin (optional)
Ice to serve
Visit www.cliveswines.co.uk for more inspiration and
to see the full range of drinks available.