Cherish Your Mother

 

Mother’s Day, which this year falls on Sunday, May 12, is a time when we show our appreciation for our moms and honor the influence of mothers in society.

One of the most common gifts for moms is lunch or dinner at a favorite restaurant. Mother’s Day is actually the most popular day of the year to dine out. Other popular gifts are flowers—traditionally carnations (not a flower I would choose worthy of my Mom)—  I prefer this florist:  http://www.petiteflowerboutique.com/ , chocolates, and simply calling mom to wish her a happy Mother’s Day. Not so traditional is a massage.  Why not give Mom the gift of relaxation?  Mom’s are usually so busy taking care of everyone else, they neglect themselves.  Purchase/design a massage gift certificate for Mom instantly online @ https://vricci6.boomtime.com/lgift

Here are a few other options that Mom is sure to enjoy:

Personalized baskets: A gardening basket filled with gardening tools, gloves, and organic seeds; a coffee basket brimming with filters, pods, flavored syrups, chocolate-dipped spoons, and biscotti; a bath basket with bath salts, massage oil, and natural creams and soaps, coupled with a massage gift certificate!  If you would prefer else put together a unique gift basket for you, Lauri at A Perfect Present can do an amazing job for you!  http://www.aperfectpresent.net/

Afternoon tea/cocktails at an upscale restaurant: When was the last time you and Mom were waited on with champagne, cocktails, scones, and petit fours? Why not sit back and spend some quality time together.

Buffet brunch: This is a perfect time when family members can come together in a casual atmosphere and where all ages can feel comfortable and let someone else worry about preparation and clean-up.

Picnic in the park: If a fancy meal isn’t in the family budget, create a picnic lunch with mom’s favorite foods, then take her for a leisurely stroll through the park after lunch.  One Mother’s Day I organized a group Mother’s Day picnic celebration with several women and their Mom’s at a local winery.

Performing arts: If mom happens to be a art enthusiast, check out local galleries, theatres, or the symphony. See what’s playing and give her a gift certificate so she can go when it is convenient for her. Enclose a program.

For something more personal, a freshly made box of chocolate-dipped strawberries wrapped with a pretty satin ribbon will be received with a happy smile. Or make a favorite dessert that she made for you when you were a child. She will be delighted with your thoughtfulness.  Whatever you do, just let Mom know how much she means to you and let her know that she is appreciated.