05/09/2026
Happy Matriarchs Day to MOTHER Earth, to Creator, to the Land for giving us life!
To the Matriarchs, the grandmothers, mothers, aunties, nonbinary nurturers, 2S caretakers, and not-step-moms but moms-that-stepped-up.
Before the nuclear family we had villages. Raising children was a shared responsibility and extended family, neighbors, and friends contributed to child rearing. Many Indigenous communities still live in this way for it is the natural way of life.
For those who have experienced the loss of a mother, or have a complicated relationship with your mother, know that you always have Creator, Mother Earth to guide and protect you. Turn to the Matriarchs in your life, elders or peers– give love, be loved. We see you!
Gratitude to all Matriarchs who are out here Mothering and breathing life into us every day.
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