And let's face it, Mother's Day is great, but we don't really enjoy the perks in full until our children are grown. If you're like me, a colored paper, extra hugs and smiles are the gifts that I will receive. Afterall, my children are still young, they don't have much money of their own and cannot go shopping. We can't expect them to deliver a gift, a pampering spa day or breakfast in bed (please, no - I dread crumbs).
So this is a day for some extra special self care. Please, do something to celebrate the mother you are! In the past, I have purchased a glitzy necklace that holds photos of my children. I have purchased a delightful hanging basket for my porch. Last year we had a picnic much like I did when we went to the mountains on my birthday. Be honest, you would like to be treasured and treated special on this day, so be strong enough to take the responsibility upon yourself to have a great day. Holidays can be a let-down, because it is easy to look around and emphasize the differences we have with other families, together families. Celebrate who you are and the mother you purpose to be.
If you know a single mother, please acknowledge her this Sunday! Some days she is barely holding it together and it makes all the difference to know someone notices. Remember, we're not that different. Surprise flowers, a kind note, a grocery gift card, a mowed lawn would blow her away. Look around, we're everywhere: at work, in the neighborhood, at the grocery store, on the field trip. You may be the only person who recognizes her sacrificial love. This week, I'll share some things that I would really appricate and ways others have encouraged me. I'll also share my personal prayer granted on my first Mother's Day and how I plan to spend this one (it may surprise you!).
I'd love to hear your ideas, too! It's always encouraging to interact and have connection. Your comment makes me smile! So, what was your favorite Mother's Day? What is your secret Mother's Day wish? How would you feel most honored?
Mother - if you read this: What is one of your favorite Mother's Day gifts or memories?
My favorite Mother's Day - Hard to pick just one...each one is special. My very first Mother's Day w/my 8 month old son..There was a Mother's day where my son picked a bouquet of flowers [from my Dad's yard...w/o permission!]...Each Mother's Day my ex-husband has helped our son pick out a card & present. He's been really good about that. I most enjoy/cherish what my son has written inside of the cards.
ReplyDeleteMy not-so-secret Mother's Day wish has already been fulfilled. I don't particularly enjoy yard work [my yard isn't landscaped yet - lots of weed pulling and trimming] one of my neighbors knows this and came over on Easter and worked on my front yard.
Looking forward to reading more of your blog. Good job Missy!
FAV MOTHER'S DAY:
ReplyDeleteBoy, that is tough because I've loved every single one! One of the best was when you, Missy, and Mindy, your sis, were about 8 or 9 years old. Since rest. lines were so long, I requested that we eat after church on Sunday in the park with a picnic. What fun we had sliding down the slide, swinging as high as the sky, and running through the park as if we owned it. I have no rememberance of the gift I received that year- but, the afternoon together in the park is one I'll never forget! Love you gobs, sweet girl, Mother