Mother's Day in DC to honor women in war zones

The American War is not over in Iraq or Afghanistan and won't until our troops are home and safe. Without pressure, it could be more years than we now imagine before the wars are over. That means it's still time to stand for peace.

clipped from codepinkalert.org "Arise then...women of this day!  Arise, all women who have hearts!  From the bosom of a devastated Earth a voice goes up with Our own. It says: Disarm! Disarm!"- Julia Ward Howe, Mother's Day Proclamation, 1870 Mother's Day Vigil, Washington, D.C. -- May 9-10, 2009 (Save the date!) 1pm-1pm This Mother's Day, we are delighted to announce our 2nd 24-hour vigil in front of the White House, where we will honor all mothers and women who live where war is happening where women are paying the price with their bodies, loved ones, homes, future. We want to recognize the price they pay and honor their courage and power, and stand with them in solidarity to not only tell their important stories but to model what women-centered community looks and acts like. We want to encourage other organizations and community groups around the country and the world to bring their stories and their sisters to DC to celebrate Julia Ward Howe's original call for Mother's Day.