CSS Celebrates Mothers Day: Plans Surprise Dinner Award for a Random Matriarch

We celebrate Mother’s Day to honor and show appreciation for mothers and the figures we hold as mothers. On Sunday many of us will recognize the sacrifices and contributions that our own mothers have made to create a successful adult. Well it is that sacrifice that binds together individual families, and society as a whole.

For many of our workers, Mother’s Day holds a lot of special emotional significance, because they are caring for children who are miles away. Some have experienced a motherly relationship with someone who does not wear the title through birth. The common thread running through those who value Mother’s Day is the desire to express gratitude towards the mothers we know.

CSS will acknowledge Mother’s Day by offering a special Mothers Day dinner to a mother on our team. We know that every worker may not celebrate Mother’s Day, because some people have complicated relationships with the concept of motherhood. In this age of political correctness it is important to approach the holiday with sensitivity and respect for different perspectives.

Mothers contribute significantly to the workforce and work outside the home in so many diverse fields. They usually take real life home management experience with them. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, 70.8% of mothers with children under the age of 18 were in the labor force, with nearly 47% working full-time. This contribution to the economy is crucial, since they build the labourforce and also help sustain it. 

In my experience mothers bring a unique set of skills and experiences to our clients’ workforce. The mothers on CSS’ team often have strong multitasking abilities and effective time management skills. Maybe the roles that most play inside their families enable them to build up an ability to handle high levels of stress. 

These are all reasons why CSS recognizes the value that mothers bring to our clients’ work teams. We also recognize how important agencies like ours have become to mothers who seek family-friendly agreements like flexible schedules and locations. Those with younger children value locations that offer on-site childcare and other support to contractors who are parents.

On Sunday we cannot afford to avoid reflecting on mothers everywhere. Whether a mother is part of the labor force or not, she contributes greatly to the society, country and economy. CSS will identify one amazing matriarch who cannot be overlooked. The mother who we will find provides critical care and support to her family and also has a positive impact on the productivity and well-being of other workers.

Terry Woodson

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