Mother's Day is your opportunity to show Mom how special she is and how blessed you are to have a mother who has been with you through the best and the worst of times. Make her day one that will bring great memories and smiles throughout the year and last until next Mother's Day. Even better, start your own tradition of having many Mother's Days throughout the year.
Homemade Picture Book
Find as many pictures as you can around the house and in photo albums, without messing up a cherished arrangement. Put them together in a new photo album and create a story to go along with it. Add captions to each picture and always show Mom in a good light.
Homemade Goodies
Homemade treats, such as cookies, are a welcome surprise, since they show personal thought and attention. Another delicious option is chocolate dipped strawberries. Make the presentation special by lining a cookie tin with colorful tissue or linens.
Aroma Therapy
Appeal to Mom's sense of smell that will instantly remind her of you. A drawer or closet sachet will add a layer of scent to her clothes and make her smile as the memory of your special gift washes over her. A small sachet of lavender to tuck under her pillow will induce sweet dreams. Bath oil beads, bath salts and bubble bath will help her relax after a long, stressful day.
Picnic Treat
Treat Mom to a picnic at her favorite park. The food can be as simple as sandwich, chips and fruit. Or you may choose to bring fried chicken, potato salad and other foods. Let the day be all about Mom. If she wants to hike on a trail, go with her. If she wants to lie on the blanket and watch the clouds, join in. If it rains, you don't have to cancel the picnic. Have it in the middle of the living room floor. Just turn off the TV and pretend you're outdoors.
Play Chauffer and Tour Guide
Give Mom the gift of your services for a full day. Take her wherever she wants to go and act as her personal assistant by carrying packages, holding doors and giving her all your attention. Find out where she's always wanted to go but hasn't and take her there. If she loves museums, go to one with her, then treat her to a meal or dessert afterward.
Gift of Good Health
Give Mom a basket filled with healthy items. Bake a healthy treat, and add fruit and nuts. Present her with coupons for a massage, a pedicure and other things that will make her feel good. Add an offer to take her to her next doctor appointment to show your support.
