When Is Mothers Day

My mother taught me that the happiest individuals in the world are those who put other people first, which is exactly what she has done -- and continues to do -- as a mother.

Motherhood is universal, though sadly a healthy survival rate is not. Progress is being made to save the lives of hundreds of thousands of mothers and babies, yet too many families are deprived of their moms.

As we get ready to celebrate Mothers Day, I think not just about my mother, but about all the mothers I encounter each day -- those I work with, talk with, spend time with -- and I'm inspired.