IT'S Mother's Day, and you have been sending in your messages and pictures of your mums.

For the past two years, lockdown has meant many of us have not been able to spend this special occasion with our loved ones.

Hugs have been missed, celebrations have been delayed and the simplicity of a chat over a coffee was suddenly complicated.

But with the country now restriction free, many readers are thrilled at the prospect of being able to spend Mother’s Day with their family once again.

The Argus is helping you celebrate the special women in your lives by including your pictures in this photo gallery.

Dozens of you got in touch to share with us just what your mum, or much-loved woman in your life means to you.

Readers whose mums’ have now passed away also got in touch with us to share their treasured memories and photographs.

This Mother’s Day, we are celebrating the region’s amazing women, with tributes from those who love them the most.