Mother's Day is always very special. A time to pause in our busy lives and pay tribute to a very dear and special person in our lives. However for many it will also bring memories of loss, sadness and the realisation of how fragile and precious life is.

This Mother's Day many parents will pause in their tributes and reflect upon the miracle of life. They will say a prayer of gratitude for their own mothers, for the love and nurture they have provided. They will reflect on the lives of their children, the love given unconditionally. However many will also stop and say a prayer for their special extended family who will celebrate this day with tears in their eyes, their arms empty and their hearts aching.