The celebration started with a brief prayer where volunteer Dr Harwinder Singh explained the role and the status of women in the Sikh religion. He also spoke about their sacrifices and how they had always been the central figure in moulding families. When he got into his song, many quietly wept. read more
The mothers and daughters sit close. They lock eyes and you can see how they are bound together — by genes and family history. The mothers are telling stories their girls have never heard, stories that explain how they came to be the women they are today, and the bottomless wells of love they have for their daughters. read more
On this Mother's Day, I must open myself to learning life's insights from all the mothers in my life! I must listen to all of them more intently. I must speak to all of them more respectfully. I must treat all of them more divinely.
What's more, I'd better learn quickly how to be more thankful! read more