Secretly desired gifts that Mom would love to receive on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 8.
Too close right? But don’t stress or panic. Take time to think about what gifts are suitable for mom to make her happy.
Flowers
There is something about flowers that just puts a smile on ladies’ faces. Mom will love receiving flowers.
Plants
The pandemic made us stay home for quite a long time and the garden was one way that made mom happy. Gift her with a plant. Gardens nearby offer different varieties of plants. Or check the plants being sold by indigenous people. They have many plants to offer that are cheaper than those sold online.
Know their new hobbies and favorites
It’s sad that children and husbands are sometimes too busy that they forget to ask or observe Mom’s favorite things. There are many items on arts and crafts online. If she is into crocheting, make-up, cooking, cross-stitching or even love BTS or K-Pop, support her. She will be delighted.
A Vacation
Moms need a break from their adult world. From the moment they open their eyes in the morning, Mom is already pre-occupied with the many tasks ahead: taking good care of the kids, the husband, managing the house, and then stress from work. She needs a break from that and a vacation gives her the time to relax.
A hotel staycation or an overnight stay at a farm or resort to refresh her mind is also good. Going on vacation or going out somewhere will refresh her. And please, if you are going on an outing, it is time to serve her. Surprise her so she will not have to organize the activity.
Family Date
Treat her to her favorite restaurant or to some place she has never had the chance to experience.
Health and self-Care
She will also appreciate health supplements or better yet, give her with an HMO (Health Management Organization) Membership Card to remind her to regularly visit her doctor. Self-cares gifts to pamper her like essential oils, a treat to a spa. Moms get so busy taking care of the family that they sometimes forget about their own wellbeing. Tell her it’s ok to indulge once in a while-so help her and remind her about that.
Personalized Gifts
Moms are sentimental and love to collect things, especially those created by their children. A luxury pillow, mugs, bags, kitchen wares and utensil. Here is your chance to make up and be a generous donor to her collections.
Monetary Gifts
If you don’t know what gift to buy or have the time, give her cash or a cake with money inside it. She will love it!
Here are some answers I got from friends when I asked them what secret gifts they desire on Mother’s Day.
Joy Villador, 36, sales account manager, would want to go on a cruise in Europe and an authentic Dior hand bag.
Rhoana, 45, OIC at an optical clinic, said she would want to “humilata maghapon”. Simply put, a one-day rest from any mommy duty will make her happy.
Public school teacher Argen, 36, first thought of money so she could buy everything she wants. But added a trip abroad or a 3-day beach vacation will do just fine.
Marjorie Diwa, 44, a physical therapist, wishes to receive a letter from her daughter will make her happy because she is away from her daughter as well as a bouquet of flowers.
Brenda, 41, housewife, said she is happy as long as her family is happy too. But she secretly
wishes to receive a piece of jewelry from her loved ones someday.
Tonette,55, journalist, said she want a relaxing and soothing shower for a hot bath. At the end of the day everyone needs peace of mind.
Apol, 50, nurse’s aide excitedly answered, “the best ken is pera!”.
Love and affection
These are just material things we can buy because we want to offer them something beautiful or valuable.
Mom still wants to see their children excited whenever they see her and their warm hugs and kisses are very much appreciated.
For Mom, remembering them on their special day or a visit will make them happy. Even when the kids are all grown up and busy, they will always be the kids she loved and is still excited to receive their affection and appreciation. She may be quiet and does not demand. But remembering her on Mother’s Day will make her happy.
Spend time with her and make her feel loved and appreciated, not only on Mother’s Day but every day.
