- Parents' Day
Parents' Day is a
holiday similar to a combination ofFather's Day andMother's Day .Parents' Day in South Korea
In the Republic of Korea, Parents' Day (어버이 날) is celebrated on
May 8 . Usually, one gives a carnation with presents to his/her parents and/or sings the Parents' Day song.Parents' Day in the United States
In the
United States , Parents' Day is held on the fourth Sunday of every July. This was established in1994 when PresidentBill Clinton signed a Congressional Resolution into law (usc|36|135) for "recognizing, uplifting, and supporting the role of parents in the rearing of children."Parents Day, proclaimed by a joint Congressional Resolution, is an opportunity to uplift parenthood and to highlight the important roles parents have in helping their children grow up to be all that they can be. It's an opportunity for parents to re-examine their priorities, and re-dedicate their commitment to not let life's problems and concerns take precedence over our responsibilities as parents to help nurture our children. Parents' Day is a time for communities to celebrate our dedicated parents who strive to raise their children with unconditional love, often putting self-gratification aside to nurture their children in a loving environment.
Parents' Day in Vietnam
In
Vietnam , Parents' Day is held onJuly 7 .ee also
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Public holidays in South Korea
*Holidays of the United States External links
* [http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/07/20060713-1.html White House press release proclaiming Sunday, July 23, 2006 as Parents' Day.]
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