May 2018

MOTHER’S DAY
5 Easy Ways to Create
Long-Lasting
Memories Mother’s Day
on
by Deborah Gregg
You’ve read all that sappy holiday stuff too often. It
makes you want to shut the magazine and give up. I
agree with you, the commercial aspect of holidays is
overdone. However, love, at the heart of it, is something to
which we all subscribe. Show Mom you love her by making
her feel special and appreciated. How? Well, this is where
you’ll shine.
1. Celebrate all the mom-like figures in your life
Let me begin by stating that I recognize that not everyone
has a mom. Families come in all shapes, sizes, and forms.
Recognize who the guiding figure is in your life. You may
have a favorite teacher who has taken a special interest in
supporting you this year or an aunt or family friend. Whoever
your Mom-like figures are, show them all how much they
mean to you.
2. Craft a thoughtful greeting card message
Regardless if you make her a card by hand (my favorite) or
purchase one, sit down well before the day and think about
special times you’ve spent together or reasons you are proud
of her. Be detailed. In our family, we have family meetings,
where we take turns giving each other compliments about
recent accomplishments, small and large. It’s like verbal
greeting cards, but let me tell you, it’s powerful stuff. Your
thoughtfully considered words on paper are a gift Mom
can revisit for years to come. Added bonus points: make it
beautiful. Visit the craft store for ideas and supplies.
3. Do something together
If she is a ‘quality time’ kind of gal, then listen carefully. Have
an adventure. Do something new that you haven’t done
together before. When I was a kid, we surprised my mom
with a picnic day at the park. It was our first-time paddle
boating, and probably because we did something new and
exciting, it is the only Mother’s Day I can remember as a
kid. I’ll bet my mom remembers it too. Make sure whatever
adventure you choose, it’s in her wheelhouse of fun. Check
websites for discounts and local deals.
4. No chores
Maybe Mom is a busy lady and dreams of a splendid day
doing absolutely nothing. Think of the drudgery of chores
that are on her plate every day and take charge. Set up a
comfortable relaxation spot for Mom with magazines, snacks,
drinks, music, or an indulgent movie, while you create a task
force to lighten the load. Perhaps plan and shop for meals,
clean the house, make the beds, do the laundry, or wash
her car and fill it with gas — just a few suggestions. Give her
a mani-pedi while she watches a movie. Secretly check her
to-do list for more ideas.
5. Gifts that stick around
You may feel that the day would not be complete without a
gift for her. Since we are focusing on creating unforgettable
memories, a gift that is unique and long lasting for her to
enjoy all year would be the goal. Only you know this special
lady’s taste, but I can tell you for sure, she is going to love it,
simply because it’s from you. Think about what she deems
as special or a treat. It should be personal and something
she will want to use or proudly display, to remember how
special you are to her. Isn’t that the point, after all?
Deborah Gregg is a local artist and co-owner of Luna Rosa
Reserve, lasting beauty for many moons.
Visit www.LunaRosaReserve.com P
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MAY 2018