• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Parent Influence

Parent Influence

Words Matter, Choose Wisely

  • Home
  • Parenting Tips
  • Mindful Parent
  • Mom Hacks
  • Family Bonding
  • Just 4 Kids
  • About Parent Influence

International Women’s Day Gives Us Plenty Of Reason To Celebrate

February 16, 2012 by Jade Parker

Don’t forget to mark your calendars! International Women’s Day is coming up quick on March 8th (and for the curious, International Men’s Day is November 19th – jot that down). You might think it’s nothing more than a day to celebrate the fact that American women can wear pants and have fulfilling careers that align with their passions, but it goes much deeper than that. It has been celebrated in the US and Europe for more than 100 years, with the UN finally adopting it in 1977. It’s now a popular holiday all over the world. International Women’s Day is a time where we honor the contributions women have made to society, and in many countries, it’s a day where the fight for equality and safety continues. Today we’re toasting to all things woman. We’re celebrating what makes them amazing, remembering a handful of many who have changed the world, and exploring the fun and intriguing ways people commemorate International Women’s Day.

The Italian Tradition of Mimosas

People often compare women to flowers, noting their soft, delicate appearance. Despite looking fragile, some species, like the mimosa, are incredibly resilient and continue to thrive even in harsh conditions. In 1946, two Italian women took notice of the similarities between the bright yellow flower and those fighting for their rights and began handing out mimosas as a gesture of solidarity.

Mimosas symbolize sensitivity, strength, and expansion, and they are now the traditional flower of International Women’s Day in Italy. Both men and women give bouquets and branches to the special ladies in their lives as a sweet sign of support. In the past few years, Mimosas on IWD have also risen in popularity in Japan.

Pages: Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: infiniteScroll, mobile

Primary Sidebar

More to See

Navigating the Teen Years: Tips and Tricks for Parents

Most Popular Remote Jobs for Single Parents

Get With the Times: Things Boomers Still Say That Are Completely Old Fashioned

Benefits of Taking Daily Walks with Kids

Woman Spots dog Carrying a Huge Bag, Then Her Heart Melts When She Takes a Closer Look

Best Teen Bonding Activities for Siblings

Footer

About Us

We wanted to create a site where all parenting styles are welcomed and anyone can come to read about parenthood. From tips to tricks to positive co-parenting, grand-parenting, and everything in between – the name Parent Influence simply made sense.

All thoughts, stories, and experiences are welcomed here so as long as you remain respectful, considerate, and open-minded to other people’s ways of life and parenting.

  • Terms of Service
  • parentinfluence.com Privacy Notice
  • Disclaimer
  • Contact Us

Search

Copyright © 2023 · ParentInfluence.com "Words Matter, Choose Wisely"