It’s the constant struggle every year – what to get mom for Mother’s Day? Generally speaking, her child’s health, prosperity and the promise of grandchildren is sufficient for most moms, but I think we can all do a little better than that. If your mom is anything like mine, you know the mere suggestion of buying her something throws her into a violent rage where I’m reminded to save my money, “mommy doesn’t need anything”, etc., etc. At the same time, assuming your mom is like mine, you know she deserves more than the world for all she has done for you to get you to this point. And really, who the hell doesn’t enjoy receiving gifts. Here are my top suggestions for gifts Moms will actually appreciate.
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- Car Wash/Detailing Package – Because let’s face it, those Cheerios you spilled in the backseat when you were 5 are still there. Plus, if you happen to have a hunk like Clint Eastwood around, bonus eye candy for mom. Two birds, one stone.
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- Indoor Herb Garden – To give her something to nurture because you moved out and left her and shame on you!
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- Home Cleaning Service – One-day or bi-weekly, whatever gives her more time to herself this summer.
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- Gift Card to Her Favourite Restaurant – Oh the ecstasy of indulging in someone else’s cooking and cleaning.
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- Gift Card to a Photo Studio – So she can finally put that family portrait on her mantle and/or Facebook cover photo (which you’ll have to show her how to do) because, of course, she has the most beautiful offspring on the planet.
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- Platter with Her Favourite Treats and Booze – In my mom’s case, a cheese and prosciutto platter with Argentinian Malbec. Disclaimer: I must be present during consumption to ensure quality standards.
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- A Staycation – Perhaps with the help of siblings or dad, arrange a night away for her. Whether it be a night in the city or at a Bed & Breakfast in the country, who wouldn’t appreciate a night out with a fresh blow-dry and your dusty, fancy heels.
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- A Day of Your Time – Tacky, yes. But mainly, mom wants to spend time with you. Lunch in the park, afternoon pottery class, let her choose. You’re basically her favourite thing in the world so anything she does with you is paradise.
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May this be the 1 of 1000 lists you read this week that truly helps you with this daunting task. I’m basing my choices off my hippie, free-spirited mother, but of course, every mother is different and some of these ideas may not work for you. But really, in actuality, this is a list of all the things I want. So if you are one of my close friends or boyfriend, my birthday is in 144 days.
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