The Story Of Mother's Day Here

: Anna became a vocal critic of the floral, greeting card, and candy industries, which she felt had hijacked her "holy day" for profit.

: On May 10, 1908, Anna held the first official Mother's Day service at St. Andrew's Methodist Church in Grafton, West Virginia. She sent 500 white carnations—her mother's favorite flower—to the church for the occasion. The Story of Mother's Day

Watch this detailed episode for an in-depth look at the life of Anna Jarvis and the evolution of the holiday: : Anna became a vocal critic of the