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And lo, the Valentine's Day card display has just been directly swapped for a swathe of pink Mother's Day cards.... It must be nearly March? I tend to try not to bang on about Mother's and Father's days, as it's a bit odd for me. My parents divorced when I was about 2, I had a great father figure in my young life, I gained step-parents in my teens. I've always found it a bit tacky saying "Thanks" or "I love you" on a set day of the year. So, that's 5 parental figures, and my own stubborn reaction against guilt-trip attempts. Also, I'm now orphaned, but with amazing step-parents. Unpick that mess! However, I recently saw someone suggest using Mother's Day to thank a carer you may not even realise you have. The suggestion is to thank your "Not-mum". You may have someone who isn't your mum or step-mum, who still looks out for you, is your font of wisdom, your person who helps adjust curtains, move furniture or tells you "they're not worth it". They may be a friend, a colleague, a relative, but they fill some of the needs and wants that a mum often fills. They are your go-to in a different way that friends are, even your best friend. Not-mums can arise for many reasons. It may be that you no longer have a mum. Or they don't support you in ways you need. Or you do love them but live miles apart and someone geographically closer is a rock for you. Perhaps you're part of a very close knit family with an amazing aunt. I like the idea of thanking Not-mums, as they often care deeply without obligation or expectation, and from choice rather than through blood. Is Mother's Day the right day to do it? I think it's a great idea to recognise and share some love, and perhaps the sentiments around Mother's Day do make it a good day to say "Mother's Day made me think of you, even though you're not my mum." If you like the items shown in the images, click on them to find out more!
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