Interesting Facts About the Month of May

We have officially entered the month of May, the weather has more days of sunshine, but there are still sprinkles and scattered showers filling puddles about. The Month of May is traditionally known as the Month for mothers. But other than Mothers Day, what do we really know about the month of May?

I have written previous articles about other months, such as March, August and even October, but the month of May has its own special history. The month of May was named for the Greek goddess Maia, the goddess of fertility, the goddess of May. Perhaps this is why Mothers Day has been established during this very month. Maia was the eldest of her female siblings and played a motherly role.

Interesting patterns about the month of May

Have you ever noticed that no other month in our calendar starts on the same day of the week as the month of May? The month of June is also similar in this pattern. No other month ends on the same day of the week as the month of May either. This is fascinating!

A few holidays that are celebrated in the month of May

There are so many interesting facts about the Month of May, such as holidays and traditionally celebrated events. May 3 is Japanese Constitution Day in Japan. The 5^th of May is children's day in Japan and Korea. The last day of May is Memorial Day in the United States but it actually was first celebrated on May 5, 1866.

Month long celebrations during the month of May

There are many month long celebrations in May such as Skin Cancer Awareness, Jewish American Heritage, South Asian Heritage, National Military Appreciation and Mental Health Awareness. What I found to be interesting was that May is National Moving Month. Can you believe that a month dedicated to moving? I thought that most families move during the summer months, so that their children will not miss school, however; May is actually the busiest moving season of the year. May is also National Hamburger Month. (Smile)

There are so many interesting facts about the month of May that one is not simply limited to Mothers Day, and spring flowers. During this month, take a look around and find something new to learn about the month and share it with others. You can create your own traditions or learn about those of others. The month of May is full of blossoming delights, one simply needs to plant a few seeds, treat them with care and watch them grow.

Resources Cited:

Holiday Nights
National Hamburger Month
National Military Appreciation Month
Wikipedia