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Special Thoughts for Special Occasions

By Simran Khurana, About.com Guide to Quotations

Celebrate life and its special occasions. Here is a collection of quotations for special days. Use these quotations to get into the mood of the celebration. Or pen down these quotations to personalize cards and notes.

  1. Thanksgiving
  2. Christmas
  3. Mother's Day
  4. Father's Day
  5. Wedding

Thanksgiving

We have many reasons to be grateful. Thank God for this wonderful life. Thank your parents for giving you a beautiful childhood. Thank your friends for being there. Thank your family for being a pillar of strength. And thank yourself for being who you are. Thanksgiving Day is a wonderful occasion to express gratitude. Say a word of appreciation and watch your goodwill grow. There is merit in the old adage: "One good turn deserves another." Enjoy Thanksgiving Day with a sumptuous feast in the company of your friends and family. And don't forget to say "Thanks."

Christmas

You can tell when Christmas is around the corner. Everywhere you look there is a bustle of activity. There are people fussing over long-held traditions like decorating the Christmas tree. There are enthusiastic shoppers heading to the stores to get the best deals for Christmas gifts. Spread the Christmas cheer with Christmas quotes. Share a funny Christmas quote, or send a heartfelt Christmas greeting. Touch many lives with just a few thoughtful words.

Mother's Day

Mother's Day is not just about showering your mom with expensive gifts. That would make her happy, no doubt. But your expression of love would be overshadowed by the price tag on the gift. Let your feelings speak louder than your gifts. You can express your love with thoughtful Mother's Day quotes. The ideal gift would be one which required some effort on your part -- such as a personalized coffee mug, or a bouquet of hand-picked flowers. If you have a flair for writing, write her a little poem. Or simply take her out for a fun-filled evening. Gift your mother many happy memories with a simple gesture of love.

Father's Day

The role of parenting has always been a woman's prerogative. Nursing instincts were identified as a feminine trait. Hence, historically, men were relegated to "backstage parenting." But the importance of a father in a child's life cannot be undermined by popular myths. Father's Day celebrates the new-generation dads, who believe in "hands-on parenting." Whether you are a single parent, or a jet-setting father, you would need all the advice in the world on how to become a great dad. Learn from the wisdom of other fathers who have seen it all.

Wedding

Weddings are a wonderful time for celebration. The happy occasion calls for great wedding toasts. But you would have to be specially gifted to be able to make a great wedding toast spontaneously. Great toasts are the result of effort and planning. Prepare a great wedding toast with the help of wedding quotes. Your wedding toast may only be a 5-minute speech, but its memories will linger forever.

Simran Khurana
Guide since 2003

Simran Khurana
Quotations Guide

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