Celebrating in Moray: Happy Mothers Day from us!

Family has been more important than ever to many these past 12 months.

Here are some of the loving messages and nice photos that you've sent in to mark Mother's Day.

Diane Kemp says: "This is my granny Julie Braid and mum Mandy Hadden who live together in Elgin.

"A wee message to remind you how much we love and miss spending time with you this Mother’s Day.

"Have a wonderful day and hopefully it won’t be too long until we can come round for Sunday dinner again. Diane, Lynne & Families xx"

Chloe Andrews says: "Happy Mother’s Day and also a very Happy Birthday (on March 17) to my mum Sheila! Can’t wait for more days out like this one soon xx

"In the photo is myself and my mum at Lossie beach before the bridge was closed and way before lockdown."

Joyce Robertson says: "Here's a photo of my mam Elizabeth Davidson, who stays in Buckie, with my son Alfie Robertson from Burghead.

"Alfie is eight and is her youngest grandson.

"Hopefully we will see her on Mothers Day, being part of her extended bubble.

"A wee picnic lunch if the weather is nice."

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