It's Parents' Day here in Korea.<br />An occasion that dates back to 1973... when it replaced Mother's Day.<br /> It's celebrated both publicly and privately.<br />One of the most popular ways to honor parents is to give them carnations.<br />The Korean government marked the day by awarding commendations to several people for their display of exceptional devotion to their parents.<br />One of them was recognized for taking care of her disabled mother for 40 years,... helping to raise her own siblings while taking care of her own children.<br />Some expected this day to be a holiday this year, like Children's Day -- an election pledge made by President Moon Jae-in -- but the government hasn't made the change yet. <br />
