In my little family, Mother’s Day is always celebrated by just 3 of us — husband, Red Bear, and me. My husband and I both lost our moms many years ago, so Red Bear never knew his grandmothers, except from our stories. So, in our family, Mother’s Day for me is more like me celebrating myself being a “great mom,” indeed! Not really bragging how “great” a mom I am — but, seriously, we should all acknowledge that being a “great mom” is not an easy job. Motherhood requires so many sacrifices, every minute of every day putting your child’s needs first, and giving love generously, without thinking to skimp on the giving, or receiving anything in return. Although, raising your child well is return enough, I think.
For you who out there who still enjoy a beautiful life with your mom, this is the special day when you should express your true love feeling to your mom. I know Mother’s Day is just a few days away, Sunday, May 12, but there are a few last-minute gift ideas I would like to share. Actually, my husband and my son, they gave me all the gifts I love in the past years’ Mother’s Days and I would like to share with you.
- Clean your mom’s house or her room, or her garden,
- Wash your mom’s car by yourself, or just send it to a professional for a deep cleaning,
- Make a special meal — always tastes better for your mom if you make by yourself, trust me!
- Draw or make a picture of your mom, and frame it,
- Flowers are always a good idea —- and don’t forget to hand-write a nice note to go with it!
- Gift Card, maybe to her favorite store, restaurant, or spa!
Many stores offer express shipping for Mother’s Day.
If you want to be sure the gifts are delivered to mom by Mother’s Day (this Sunday, May12), there are some shipping timelines I learned from one of my favorite stores — NORDSTROM :
May 8: Last day for two-business-day shipping on Gift Cards and merchandise (order by 3pm ET).
May 9: Last day for next-business-day shipping (order by 3pm ET).
May 10: Last day for $10 Saturday delivery on qualifying merchandise (order by 3pm ET).
May 12: Last day to send an eGift Card for Mother’s Day.*
If you live in L.A., you can get items delivered to your house or nearby store next-day for free!
How does it work?
When on Nordstrom App or nordstrom.com, enter your zip code and select “Get it Fast” to browse all items available.
Step. 1
Go to your Nordstrom App or nordstrom.com
Step. 2
Find your favorite item
Step. 3
Enter your zip code.
Step. 4
There are many locations in L.A. that quality for FREE next-day delivery!
Step.5
Pick up your order in your local store the next-day!
Of course, there is still time to shop your Mother’s Day gifts, if you act now.
See our favorite Mother’s Day gift picks below:
I am not much of a watch person (my cellphone tells me the time), but really I will wear a watch everyday and everywhere, if it’s a special gift from my son — I am writing a reminder note to him now, for when he is able to buy one or make one himself.
1. Watches
2. Jewelry
Let’s be real, I haven’t seen any moms I know who don’t wear jewelry, and I often hear most moms in the gym say, “That’s a gift from my son/daughter,” whenever I give a compliment to some nice necklace or earrings or bracelet.
Women LOVE shoes — we can never have “enough” shoes, anyway! . If you know your mom’s shoe size (oh, you really should know!), find her a pair that will make her feel confident and comfortable . P.S. A side note, Red Bear is going to be 11 years old this month, and we are starting to wear the same size shoes — and I am starting to borrow his tennies!!!
3. Shoes
4. Perfume
They say perfume really expresses a person’s personality, so I bet, if you love your mom, and know her well, you know what kind of perfume she would like. Or, if you think your mom should go outside her circle a little bit, send her a perfume that is new for her, out of her comfort zone. She might or might not like it, but I guarantee, she will wear it most of the times she sees you. I would!
Beautiful gift ideas for that special Mom on her special day!
🌸🍃ROSES FOR FRIDAYS 🌸🍃| by mia | A Creative Lifestyle Blog
i love those thoughtful ideas rather than just buying a gift! Sometimes buying a gift can be the easy way out, but spending time and effort for your mom is super special!
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