What did Woodrow Wilson have to do with Mother’s Day?

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

The idea of Mother’s Day caught on very quickly with the public.  On May 8, 1914, United States President Woodrow Wilson signed the proclamation that designated the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day.  Mother’s Day in Canada is also always celebrated on the second Sunday in May.  This year it is May 9th, are [...]

The History of the Easter Lily

Friday, February 19th, 2010

Easter is associated with memories of parades, family gatherings, church services, chocolate bunnies, gift baskets, egg decorating, and the famous Easter Lily. They are very popular for Easter gifts, and their unique trumpet shaped blossoms symbolize life, purity, hope, and the spiritual meaning of Easter along with the promise of Spring. The Easter Lily was [...]

Valentine’s Day in Calgary and around the world

Friday, February 5th, 2010

How do countries compare to the way we celebrate Valentine’s Day in Calgary Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Calgary and all over the world with much glamour and glitz. All countries have different ways to celebrate it. The celebration of love finds its own way to the heart of the romantics all around the world. [...]