Well, I stole these ideas straight from Jack Card’s email to me. They ideas were so good that I just had to share. And there are many more on their Facebook Fan page. Be sure to share these articles with husbands (and others) who just can’t seem to think of a Mother’s Day gift that goes beyond candy and flowers. (If you’re wondering what I’d like, just check for “YES!”)
“Moms love…
Time
- Give the gift of time by hiring a cleaning service to come in (YES, YES!)
- Stocking a freezer with pre-made meals (YES!)
- Having kids delegate all the household chores for the week.
- Then book her favorite restaurant
- Surprise her with a packed picnic basket, and spend the day relaxing together.
Small gestures like this can free up hours of mom’s time and give her a Mother’s Day she’ll never forget.Relaxation
Taking care of everyone and everything 24/7 can be stressful!
- Breakfast in bed
- An hour alone to spend in a bubble bath (YES! — Make it 2 and it’s a deal!)
- A massage appointment (YES!)
- A manicure/pedicure
- A glass of wine enjoyed at the end of the day
These are all small ways that can help a mom de-stress and feel like herself again.Appreciation
- Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show your appreciation for all a mom sacrifices.
Something as simple as a card can say it all. We often hear how appreciated moms feel when they receive a thoughtfully selected card from Jack Cards with a personally penned message.
Practical Gifts
Practical gifts can be the most thoughtful.
- Gift certificates to mom’s favorite store
- Fun household gadgets that she’s been eyeing but hasn’t “splurged” on
- A meal delivery service are all gifts that can make her life easier and show her you’re aware of exactly what she needs.
- Plants are also a great option – plants last much longer than flowers, and will be a beautiful reminder of a perfect day for her.
Happy Children – (YES!)
A mother’s heart is with her child, and knowing her child is doing well is truly what makes her the happiest. Spending quality time with her children and knowing that they are happy is the best gift a mother could ask for – on Mother’s Day, or any day.
Remember to honor your wife, sister, grandmother, or the new mom’s in your circle too!
With thanks to special mothers everywhere,
The Jack Cards Team
P.S. Thank you so much to all of the Jack Cards moms who contributed their wonderful ideas on our Facebook page! If you’d like to read more ideas or contribute your own, we’d love for you to join us on Facebook today!
Special Tip: Add a Jack Cards gift certificate to Mom’s card this year – a practical yet fun way to help her organize her entire year!
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