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Savings on Mother’s Day Cards, Flowers or Gifts In honor of Mother’s Day, we have provided a brief history of how we came to celebrate our very special moms. We have also highlighted some discounts that may help you save some money on those cards, flowers or gifts for that most special person in our life. A Brief History: The first Mother’s Day observance was a church service in 1908 requested by Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia to honor her deceased mother. Jarvis, at an early age, heard her mother express hope that a day to commemorate all mothers would be established. Her mother also expressed the sentiment that there were many days dedicated to men but none to mothers. Two years after her mother’s death, Jarvis and friends began a letter-writing campaign to declare a national Mother’s Day observance to honor mothers. President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation on May 9, 1914, asking Americans to give a public expression of reverence to mothers through the celebration of Mother’s Day. Congress passed the legislation designating the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day. Carnations have come to represent the day, following President William McKinley’s habit of always wearing a white carnation, his mother’s favorite flower. More History: http://www.mothersdaycentral.com/about-mothersday/history/ Discounts on Cards and Gifts: Factory Card and Party Outlets – Factory Card & Party Outlets offers thousands of products to help you plan your party and celebrate your special event. Many locations offer a discount one day every week. People 55 and older can receive 10% off the purchase of most items in the store. Not all stores may participate and the age requirement, discount amount and day of discount can vary by store, so it is a good idea to check on the store’s senior discount policy in advance. This discount is available in stores only. Hallmark – Hallmark is national retailer of cards, gifts, ornaments, and flowers. Many Hallmark stores also offer a senior discount. These stores are typically franchised, so it is up to the individual store owners as to whether they provide a discount or not. Most Hallmark stores will extend a 10% discount on regularly priced items to seniors 55 and older. It is best to inquire in advance about a particular store’s senior discount. Rite Aid Drug Stores – Rite Aid is one of the nation’s largest drugstore chains, operating more than 5,000 stores in 31 states and the District of Columbia. Rite Aid now provides its Wellness+ Rewards Program, which has replaced its earlier Living More Program. Registration is free and members earn up to 20% off purchases every day by earning points every time you shop. Members also receive 10% off Rite Aid brand products every day. Visit their web site for details. Discounts on Flowers and Gifts: This week we have listed some online flower and gift shops in a special “Featured Discounts” section just for Mother’s Day. You can see this list of discounts on our web site. Click here. Happy Mother’s Day! © SeniorDiscounts
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