My mom passed away two years ago. As we grew up she disliked birthdays and Mothers day. Why you may ask? She always told us when we asked, "treat me with respect and love the whole year, not just 2 days out of it". The older I got, the smarter she became.
That's how I feel about many holidays as well. Treat your loved ones with respect all year round, make time to get together with family if they are close enough in distance or stay in touch at least by phone more than just Xmas and the holidays.
That being said, took mom to the beach with Karmin this afternoon, I'm taking mom to Capricorn for dinner tonight and massages tomorrow!