Charlie and I’ve been blessed in may ways and one of those is with the biological sisters and brothers the LORD has blessed us with which we get to celebrate on May 24th Brother’s Day #BrothersDay but not only that we have friends who over the years have become brothers from another mother. Do you have people like that in your life?
I have a question for you this morning have you got a boy sibling that drives you a bit crazy, but you love this person to pieces anyway? Or perhaps someone who isn’t related, but you feel a kinship with all the same. Brother’s Day exists to celebrate all forms of brotherhood! SO make sure you reach out and tell them how important that are to you today because tomorrow isn’t promised.
The bond between siblings is naturally very strong. Growing up together, getting into trouble, playing games together, the competitiveness between you and your siblings is like nothing else. Perhaps you have just one brother, perhaps you have lots of brothers today, it’s time to reflect on the ways in which your sibling has enriched your life.
Brothers might not be as inclined as sisters when it comes down to hugging, sending flowers, or even remembering about celebrations altogether. How many birthdays have you remembered at the last minute and had to arrange an on-the-spot gift? Of course, this does not mean that you value less the people around you. However, you can save yourself from embarrassment by just adding a reminder to your calendar. This trick might even make you look amazing when you remember about Brother’s Day before your forgetful siblings!
Brother’s Day was created in 2001 by C. Daniel Rhodes of Hoover, Alabama to celebrate the family especially brothers celebrated on the 24th of May, and Brother’s Day is a great day to let your brother know how much he means to you. The bond between brothers is so strong and such a significant part of many people’s lives that it has inspired hundreds of books, films, paintings, poetry, and plays.
I have a question for you. How many famous brothers can you think of? What about the Brother’s Grimm, famous for their stories? Or the Wright Brothers, who pioneered the first airplanes? Liam and Noel Gallagher of Oasis are brothers. Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb made up the Bee Gees. The Jackson 5 were all brothers – can you name any more?
There’s no doubt that sometimes brothers don’t get the fame and fortune that the above do but Brother’s Day is about making sure that your brother knows that you still think the world of him, even if you don’t always get along! Make sure you tell anyone you think of as a brother that your thinking of them today.
How to celebrate Brother’s Day
This is simple whether these men are siblings, or someone you share a brotherly bond with, it’s time to get in touch with your brother or brothers and spend some time with them!
Have a few brothers? Get together and go for a quick pint at the Pub, or go catch a film together. Just the one brother? Give him a call and catch up, or pay each other a visit. Or maybe just irritate him a bit by texting him lots of GIFs, and remember at to include a I Love You and I’m glad your my brother.
If it’s been a long time since you have seen your brother, perhaps it’s time to get back in touch because Brother’s Day is the perfect day to do so. There could be lots of things that you’ve missed! With Charlie graduating next week I was hopping to see my brother Gerald but I don’t think its going to happen. Instead I’m planning to take a trip to Oklahoma City in the next month or two. Would you like to go with us?
Ideas for Brother’s Day celebrations
If your always asking your spouse if they can sort out a gift for your family? Here are some ideas to celebrate your male siblings in grand style and without having to resort to the brilliant ideas of your spouse!
- Your brother might not appreciate a pink, heart-shaped card as much as your younger sisters. Instead, a gift card for his favorite videogame’s store might do the trick.
- If you have organized a family gathering, spice it up with some questions about your youth! You can find fun cheat sheets on the internet if you are not up for spending hours coming up with the questionnaire. If your lucky enough to still have your parents involve the parents for an even more entertaining evening!
- If you live close to your brother invite him out for dinner or a pint!
- If your sibling has forgotten Brother’s Day and it will probably happen, a calendar or planner might be useful because it can help him keep his meetings and appointments in check while not forgetting to celebrate his brothers.
In the past years, you and your brothers might have moved into separate locations and meet up only during main family gatherings. However, Brother’s Day is the best occasion to strengthen that bond, find out how your brother is doing, and remember past events! In case neither you or he can spare an evening because of our hectic lives, opt for a phone call. Female siblings are better-known to love a hour-long chat, while brothers might be content with a bare “what’s up.” However, secretly, they will appreciate a phone call and a chat!
If you are dealing with the most reserved of brothers, send him a bottle of Wine or Whiskey if they drinks because nothing is better than a glass to enjoy by yourself while watching your favorite film after a hard day at work. And, they will be thinking of you while having that glass or two of Wine or Whiskey.
Brother’s Day is an unmissable occasion to celebrate somebody you consider a brother as well, even if you are not directly related. Moreover, if your sibling is no longer with you, you could use this event to remember the happy time you had spent together with your parents, friends, and other siblings. Whatever you get up to on Brother’s Day, make sure you take some time out for your family.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
