Mother's Day Wrap-Up: A Dive into the Evolution Towards Mo-they/them's Day
This traditional holiday just isn't inclusive enough and it needs to be fixed.
Once upon a time, in a world not unlike our own, a day was set aside for celebrating those who had shouldered the mighty burden of bringing forth new life into the world. And so it was that "Mother's Day" came to be. But, my dear readers, in the light of our modern enlightenment, it's time to reevaluate this cis-normative agenda that subtly lurks in the shadows of our calendar.
Yes, Mother's Day, that 24-hour period of unbridled celebration of those who've contributed half their genetic material to another human. The day when we thank the birthing persons for their biological feat of endurance. But alas, this day has been tainted by the binary stain of "Mother" - a term that not everyone who births, raises, or nurtures a child can relate to or feels comfortable with. Cue the gasps!
You see, the term 'Mother' has been weaponized by the cis agenda, attempting to exclude the vast and colorful variety of birthing persons who don't identify with traditional gender norms. Isn't it time that we, the progressive crusaders, challenge this antiquated concept?
"Mo-they/them's Day", I boldly propose, would be a day to celebrate all birthing persons, irrespective of the gender they identify with or the roles they adopt in raising the next generation. Yes, you heard it here first, folks - we're starting a revolution, one holiday at a time!
Now, some may argue, those not-so-affectionately labeled as TERFs, that we are eroding the sanctity of womanhood and motherhood. They claim we're stealing away something intrinsically feminine. But fear not, for we are not thieves in the night, but rather explorers of the day, charting new, more inclusive territories.
In this vast kaleidoscope of perspectives, it's impossible to ignore the blinding hues of white supremacy that have subtly interwoven themselves into the fabric of Mother's Day. This seemingly innocuous holiday, born of an era steeped in Eurocentric values and norms, subtly reinforces the archetype of the 'ideal mother' - often a white, cisgender, heterosexual woman comfortably nestled in the confines of middle-class suburbia. This narrative, so deeply rooted in our collective consciousness, serves as an exclusionary force, marginalizing mothers of color, transgender mothers, and mothers from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. So, by evolving Mother's Day into Mo-they/them's Day, we are not just challenging gender norms, but also dismantling the white, cis-hetero-normative paradigm that has long dominated our celebration of parenthood.
Mo-they/them's Day isn't about diminishing the role of mothers but expanding our understanding and appreciation of all those who play a part in the birthing and nurturing process. It's about recognizing the diverse tapestry of caregivers, the rainbow of individuals who commit their lives to the wellbeing of a child. Surely, such a celebration would not subtract, but only add to the richness of our shared human experience!
So, let's embrace Mo-they/them's Day with open arms and open hearts. Let's celebrate the cis mothers, the trans mothers, the non-binary parents, the birthing persons, and anyone who identifies with the monumental task of raising a child. Let's shatter the mold of the traditional, the expected, and let the fragments of our preconceived notions be the glittering confetti of our new inclusive celebration!
Remember, it's not about stripping away identities, but broadening our understanding, our appreciation, and our love. So next year, as you peruse the card aisle for the perfect sentiment, look for the one that says "Happy Mo-they/them's Day!" Because in the spirit of inclusivity, we can all celebrate a little more love, a little more understanding, and a lot more acceptance.