1. Create a custom gift basket. You know what your mother loves. Think of all the things
she’d never buy for herself. Create a goodie basket filled with gourmet
coffees, teas and assorted snacks.
2. Gift chore coupons.
Create a handmade coupon book for your mom to use when she needs a break. Each
voucher is good for a different chore. You could offer to do the dishes,
vacuum, take the dog for a walk, wash her car, or make dinner.
3. Call her via Skype.
You can still connect even if you aren't able to visit your mom on Mother's
Day. Use FaceTime or Skype to get some one-on-one time from far away. She'd
love to catch up and see your smiling face.
4. Make it a party. If
your mom loves to socialize, throw a Mother’s Day party. Coordinate with
friends or neighbors to celebrate their moms too. Your mom will be able to
spend time with friends and enjoy her special day.
5. Handwrite a Mother’s Day card. Store-bought cards lack the personalized emotion of a
handwritten note. Write a letter to your mom and share picture and a special
memory. Let her know how much you care and how much you love her.
6. Make a family photo book. Gather photos of your entire family. If possible, reach out to extended
family for their pictures. Then create a photo album or scrapbook filled with
memories. Add your favorite quotes or family sayings for a personal touch.
7. Gift personalized jewelry. Instead of generic earrings, have the names of all your
mother’s children inscribed on a necklace or pendant. Or, create a charm
bracelet. Handpick charms that represent memories from your childhood or your
mom’s favorite hobbies. One year my siblings and I gave my mom a ring adorned
with five sapphire stones. Each stone represented each of her five children.
8. Make her breakfast.
Whip up your favorite recipes and invite the entire family to spend a meal
together. If you’re cooking skills are not up to par, host a potluck dinner or
brunch or order takeout.
9. Schedule time together.
Give your mom the gift of time. Treat her to dinner at a nice restaurant, a
cultural event like a ballet or play, or take her to the spa. The activity is
less important than spending quality time together to talk and reconnect.
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