Mother’s Day is celebrated in several countries around the world. Although it may take place on different days depending on the country, and the celebrations may vary from one country to the next, the reason for this holiday is the same: to honour the women we call our mothers.
Although we should show our mothers care and affection 365 days out of the year, Mother’s Day makes for the perfect day to show them, extra love. We may do this in the form of money, a gift, verbal words, or an experience, depending on what our mothers like and what our budget is.
Sometimes, however, it can be hard to decide what you should do for your mom this upcoming Mother’s Day. There’s only so much we can be creative before we give up and do the same thing as we did the previous year.
However, if you’re looking to spice up this Mother’s Day, consider some of the following to organise the perfect day for the woman who means the most to you.
Plan a potluck
For Mother’s Day, many folks like to take their mothers out to a fancy dinner, host a party inviting all family and friends, or cook specifically for their momma. However, to take things a little bit of a different route while still involving food, consider hosting a potluck with all of your mother’s favourite foods. Go big, or go home: that’s’ the Texan way!
Although potlucks typically involve inviting a large group of people over and having each guest bring a different entree, side dish, drink, or dessert, you can create your very own version of a potluck if you plan on just cooking for your immediate family or just your mother.
Cooking a large, variant meal for your mother on Mother’s Day may not make up for all of the times she cooked for you over the years. However, it sure gives her peace of mind knowing that she doesn’t have to cook dinner for the next night or few.
Decorate the table with a flower arrangement
Nothing says fresh like a flower arrangement! Rather than buying your mother a cheap bouquet of flowers, go for a bold arrangement in a unique container, jar, or vase that you can’t find at your local grocery or convenience store. Place this arrangement at the centre of a table with a table runner or large doily underneath for add elegance.
Scope the Scent & Violet website to find beautiful flower arrangement ideas for Mother’s Day. There are flower types, textures, combinations, and colours that all mothers will love depending on their tastes!
Set the mood with the right lighting
Although it may seem odd for Mother’s Day, the right, aesthetic illumination can set the tone for a beautiful Mother’s Day dinner. Aesthetic illumination like dimmed lighting can seem cheesy; however, it has proven to be relaxing, something your momma deserves on Mother’s Day.
The right lighting in the room can also provide the appropriate mood if you plan on presenting an extra special gift to your mother like nice jewellery or an expensive purse. Illumination can certainly make things more emotional and all for the right reasons.
Take her shopping
Don’t know what to buy as a physical gift for your mother on Mother’s Day but don’t want to just give her money or a gift card? You can still make the occasion special by taking your momma on a much-needed shopping spree, letting her select her own gift within your budget.
Perhaps there’s a specific store that your mother is particularly fond of. If not, your best bet is to take your mom to a mall or outlet centre where she will have a wide range of shops to pick from like the Houston Premium Outlets, CityCentre, or Rice Village.
Volunteer with her
There is always someone in need. Volunteering for a local charity or soup kitchen, for instance, you and your mother will be grateful for every second you give to help those who are less fortunate, some of which who may not have mothers of their own.
According to Help Guide, there are numerous benefits of volunteering such as getting the opportunity to connect with others, helping potentially advance your career, bringing entertainment and fulfilment, and having a positive impact on your mind and body.
Enjoy a day at the salon
A little pampering never hurt anyone! A day at the salon is an incredibly relaxing experience that everyone deserves every now and then. Self-care in this form can have lasting effects on our mental health and physical wellbeing.
At the salon, you and your mother may consider getting a new haircut, dying your locks, or even getting your nails done. If you really want to spoil your mom, offer to pay for multiple services for her of her choice.
As an alternative to a day at the salon, you may wish to take your mother to a masseuse for a long, relaxing massage to ease her tense muscles and relieve her worries. She will feel at ease the rest of the day, which is truly what she needs on such an occasion.
Sign up for a class to take together
You’re never too smart to learn something new. Quite frankly, there is not enough time in a lifetime to learn everything there is to know. That said, consider signing up for a class with your mother this Mother’s Day, whether it be a cooking class, Zumba class, or even a pottery-making class in the Houston area.
Taking a class together, you and your momma will gain new knowledge, get to engage in a fun activity, and grow your bond together as you two experience something you’ve never done before. There will be many laughs and smiles, that’s for sure! Be sure to take pictures to capture the moment, so the memories will last forever.
Get your workout on
Working out isn’t something people typically do on Mother’s Day. Exercise tends to be more of a personal activity. However, working out is a great way to bond and gives you time to indulge in a great conversation during the workout session.
Find a physical activity both you and your mother love or have been wanting to try. This might be swimming, hiking, dancing, running on the treadmill, partaking in yoga, or even just walking around the neighbourhood side-by-side. Who knows: maybe your Mother’s Day workout will transform into something more, like multi-weekly workout sessions!
After all, working out has many benefits. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, exercise not only helps you control your weight, increase your flexibility, and build more muscle; it also gives you more energy, helps build and maintain healthy bones, improves sleep, and reduces major disease risks.
Give her a homemade gift
A homemade gift doesn’t even compare to the one you can buy from a shelf. However, when you don’t have a creative streak and generally aren’t very good when it comes to creating things, that’s when it’s a good idea to feed your creativity with social media websites like Pinterest or Instagram.
Homemade gifts your mother will love include a knitted blanket, a hand-written card with a special message, homemade candles with your mom’s favourite scent(s), home-roasted nuts, DIY soap or bath salts, or yummy baked goods.
If you want to take things up a notch, consider wrapping your homemade gift in homemade wrapping paper. Every little detail counts and your mother will admire all of the hard work, creativity, effort, and love you put into it.
Top off the night with a Mother’s Day movie
Sometimes the best moments spent with our loved ones are the ones where we just bask in one another’s presence while watching a good, ole movie together. No talking, just watching. The joy through this comes from sharing laughs, smiles, and tears together during the film and then engaging in a discussion after the movie.
Some movies that are recommended to watch on Mother’s Day include Mamma Mia! (2008), Fun Mom Dinner (2017), Mask (1985), The Piano (1993), Motherhood (2009), Imitation of Life (1959), The Grifters (1990), and Mr Mom (1983). Some of these movies will leave you and your mom choking in tears while others will have you two laughing.
Don’t limit your Mother’s Day movie-watching to just mom-related movies; consider movies with other plots and messages as well. Whether you and your mom prefer comedies or mushy love stories, there’s something you’ll two enjoy together.
Conclusion
Mother’s Day only comes once a year, so it makes sense to go all out to make your mother feel special. Out of everything your mother has made for you, given you, sacrificed for you, and taught you, the least you could do is make her Mother’s Day her best day out of the year.
This Mother’s Day, consider planning a potluck, decorating the table with a flower arrangement, lighting up the room with aesthetic lighting, taking her shopping, volunteering or working out with her, going to the salon or a class together, giving her a homemade gift, or watching a Mother’s Day movie with her.
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