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Josh Thompson always jokes that he still lives on “concrete hours,” seeing how he wakes up in the wee hours of the morning no matter what time he goes to bed the night before — just like he used to when he poured concrete for a living back in the day.

There seems to be a holiday for every member of the family these days, but none is probably more important than Mother’s Day. What daughter or son would dare forget the woman who gave birth to them? With that in mind, here are a few historical tidbits about the origins of Mother’s Day.

Whether you’ve already splurged on mom or are panicking at the last minute to find an easy way to show your appreciation for all she does, have no fear. The Internet is here to save the day with online Mother’s Day cards.