Story & photo:Yiwen Zheng
Over 80 mothers and their families enjoyed a Mothers’ Day meal at SADACCA in March.
Organiser, Lorna Risden Shand said, “Mothers' Day is a good day for mothers to come together and celebrate. It's my first event and I'm pleased everyone is enjoying the meal and each other's company!”
Volunteers helped Lorna serve the guests who tasted Caribbean food such as cream of pumpkin soup, chicken fusion, salmon, curried mutton, rice and peas, fresh salad and vegetables and upside-down pudding.
Among the happy mothers, Cora said, “I received beautiful flowers from my son and daughter today. It was tough when they were young, because I worked nights at the hospital. My children made me strong, and I learned to deal with difficulties.”
Another mother, Celia, said, “I really enjoyed the lovely meal. I have 3 children and it's usually my job to cook for them but today I don't have to!”
Next to her, another mother Fay said, “I'm happy to see old friends and the food is delicious. I have 2 daughters who I raised myself. Having to work and look after them was difficult, but they've become lovely young adults.”
