What is it about mothers and daughters? That special bond that is somewhat magical. For certain mothers and daughters, they just understand each other; they’re able to relate.
While some mothers and daughters can argue like cats and dogs, others are like best friends. Think Lorelai and Rory from “Gilmore Girls,” an inseparable bond that never goes away.
SHG has a tradition in which mothers and daughters are celebrated at the annual Mother and Daughter Brunch.
This year’s brunch took place on Sunday, October 25. The brunch began at the Motherhouse (fitting right?). Every year, a special mass for mothers and daughters is hosted in the chapel of the Motherhouse.
SHG choir girls attending the Mother/Daughter Brunch led the mass in song. SHG senior Devin Boheme sang with her angelic voice for the Mother/Daughter mass. “We practiced in the chapel on Wednesdays for four weeks. The mass was a beautiful setting,” says Boheme.
After a spiritual celebration, the mothers and daughters moved back to the SHG commons at East. At East, mothers and daughters were served the actual brunch.
The commons was filled with tables decorated in festive tablecloths with autumn-themed centerpieces. This year, fathers served all who had gathered to feast. They wore pink bow ties and button down shirts.
Senior Jackie Johnson loved the food that was provided. “This year at the brunch, I ate salmon, potatoes, and green beans. I adored these little pies that were made for the brunch as well.”
Prizes were also given away as the mothers and daughters ate together. Junior Sabrina Johnston was one of the lucky prize winners; she received a Starbucks gift card, a square-shaped mug, and more.
The brunch ended with hugs and outdoor photo ops with fall leaves for Instagram. For senior girls, this was their last mother/daughter brunch. It was rather emotional for those who had been going all four years.
Johnson commented, “It’s a tradition for my mom and me to go every year. My favorite part is being able to spend time with my mom. I’m really going to miss this tradition.”
The mother/daughter brunch is a proud SHG tradition. So ladies, next year gather your mothers and enjoy the celebration of family love.
Jackie Johnson and her mother, Julie Johnson, pose for an annual mother/daughter picture.
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