Mother's Day is a holiday celebrated annually to honor and appreciate mothers and mother figures. The holiday has its origins in the United States, where it was first observed in 1908 by Anna Jarvis in memory of her own mother. The idea quickly caught on and became a national holiday in 1914. Today, Mother's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, typically on the second Sunday in May. It is a day to show love and gratitude to the women who have played an important role in our lives.