[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 42, Number 18 (Monday, May 8, 2006)]
[Pages 854-855]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Proclamation 8013--Mother's Day, 2006

 May 4, 2006

 By the President of the United States

 of America

 A Proclamation

    On Mother's Day, we honor our mothers and pay tribute to their 
devoted work and selfless gift of love.
    America's mothers are women of determination and vision. They serve 
as caregivers and guides, helping to build the foundation for our 
children's success and nurturing them as they grow and explore the great 
promise of our Nation. Through their mothers' examples, children come to 
understand the virtue of kindness, the blessing of compassion, and the 
importance of principle. A mother's support encourages children to make 
right choices, set high goals, and become good citizens. A mother's love 
inspires children to achieve their full potential and strengthens the 
character of our country. The commitment and love of mothers reflect the 
best of America.
    On this special day, we remember the many mothers whose sons and 
daughters serve in harm's way. The determination and courage of these 
women demonstrate the spirit of our Nation, and America will always be 
grateful for their unfailing devotion. We also recognize the dedication 
of the many mothers who serve in America's Armed Forces. These brave 
women protect the safety and security of our Nation and help ensure a 
peaceful future for our children.
    To honor mothers, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 
8, 1914, as amended (38 Stat. 770), has designated the second Sunday in 
May each year as ``Mother's Day'' and has requested the President to 
call for its appropriate observance. May God bless all mothers across 
our country on this special day, and throughout the year.
     Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, President of the United States 
of America, do hereby proclaim May 14, 2006, as Mother's Day. I 
encourage all Americans to show their gratitude and love to mothers for 
making a difference in the lives of their children and communities. I 
call upon citizens to observe this day with appropriate programs, 
ceremonies, and activities.
     In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth.
                                                George W. Bush

 [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:46 a.m., May 8, 2006]

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Note: This proclamation will be published in the Federal Register on May 
9.