Happy Mother’s Day to all
By ANA MADIGIBULI
FIFTY SEVEN-year-old Haras Mati of Muaniweni is not your average mum. She is a farmer and she helps her husband toil the land to support their family in their daily needs.
The mother of four strongly believes in being committed to her calling as a mum and a farmer.
Ms Mati toils the land daily to provide for her family and is a helpful wife to her husband who operates their farm. She was spotted picking long beans on their family farm when The Fiji Times team stopped over to interview her onher thoughts for Mother’s Day.
With her bubbly character Ms Mati did not hesitate to share that she looked forward to spending some quality time with her whole family at their home this Mother’s Day.
Ms Mati who is originally from Qarawalu, Taveuni had moved to Lomaivuna in Naitasiri with her sister to start a new life in the Central Division.
At Lomaivuna she found love and married Sur Sen in 1984, a gentleman she describes as a loving husband and father to her and their children.
"I love being a mum because I get to live life with my children and watch them grow" she said.
"Now I share the pleasures of also watching my grandchildren grow up too which is such a wonderful experience for many grandmothers.
"As a mother and a farmer I spend my entire morning just working on our farm. I love it here, it's quite peaceful."
She said she is happy to be able to celebrate Mother's Day again as it has been tough because of COVID-19.
"To all mothers who made it through COVID-19 and are still actively supporting their families with their motherly love, and daiIy advice I wish you all a Happy Mother's Day," she said.
"I hope that all mothers will enjoy themselves, wherever they are today."