This Mother’s Day, show your mom how much you care by thinking outside of the box. Ditch the flowers and chocolate and get her something she’ll truly love! If you need some help coming up with ideas have no fear, this list of five great Mother’s Day alternatives is sure to help.
An Experience
Your mom probably doesn’t need more knick-knacks but would love some new memories with you. If your mother loves music, take her to a concert. If she loves plays, take her to the theater for a day. Take her into the city to sight-see or relive an old favorite past-time together. It’s just one day out of both of your schedules, but it can mean years of memories.
Pampering
Moms are notoriously under-appreciated and overworked. This Mother’s Day, lighten your mom’s load and show her you care by booking a spa day for the both of you (or just your mom if money is tight). She’d love a day to be pampered and receive the treatment she deserves. Her sore muscles will be happier with that than flowers any day.
Something Personal
Photo books are relatively inexpensive on sites like Shutterfly and Snapfish. These books can be made with just about any style, format, and wording choice. Write your mom an ABC book with pictures and things you love about her. You could also get the waterworks going by just creating a memory book of your life and including a nice letter at the end stating what she means to you.
Something Crafty
Moms can’t get enough of their children’s handmade things, even when those children are grown. If you’re craft-inclined, consider making her something artsy for Mother’s Day that she could hang in her house to be reminded of your love. Or, refurbish an old item of hers that she’s been meaning to replace or get fixed. Sometimes crossing things off her To Do list is the best thing you can give.
You Can’t Go Wrong with Food
If all else fails, food is always a great option. If your mom has a sweet tooth, head to an online candy store like Abdallah Candies And Gifts and stock up on her favorites or bake her some homemade treats. Or if your mom is an amateur food critic, take her to the fancy restaurant she’s been dying to try.
Any new way you can make memories with your mom is going to be appreciated much more than flowers, and personal touches take the cake. Take a few minutes to think about your mom and how you can shower her with personalized love this Mother’s Day.
