Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Saturday, 12 May 2012 18:29 Written by  Jasmine LaFlora

It’s that time of the year again! You know, the time that you run all over the place trying to find your mother the perfect gift. The time when you try to repay her for all the years of love she has given. Well, if you’re tired of the traditional flowers, cards and candy, here are a few ideas to make this Mother’s Day one to remember.

Make It Personal:

When it comes to the people you love, the best gifts are the ones that are personalized. Let your mother know that you went out of your way for her gift. Professional pictures are an inexpensive gift that was made just for her. No one will appreciate pictures of you, like she will. So gather your siblings and/or children and capture special moments! Although you want a picture of everyone smiling, don’t be afraid to take silly pictures, as well! Pick up a frame that can hold several pictures and you have an awesome gift. Your mother will love it!

Let Her Rest and Relax:

Seeing as though being a mother is a full-time job, with little to no vacation, time off is a great Mother’s day gift. Treat your mother to a get-away! If you can’t afford a weekend in Hawaii, bring Hawaii to you. Treat her to a stay in a nice hotel, with spa treatment where she can relax and spend time alone. Nothing says “I love you” more than “I love you, and I want you to relax.”

Show Her You Know Her:

Mother’s Day is a great time to show your mother how well you know her. If you’re going to spend money, spend it buying the things she likes. This way you can create a gift that’s not only thoughtful, it’s useful. Make a basket with all of her favorites; favorite movies, candy, candles, flowers, etc. This way she now has a basket full of things she will actually use and appreciate. Just like a relationship, your mother would love to know you’ve been paying attention to her after all these years!

Make It Last a Lifetime:

Like they say, diamonds are a girl’s best friend! Although budgets may be tight, save up and buy your mother a nice piece of jewelry that she will always have. Whether it’s a tennis bracelet or a pair of diamond earrings, don’t be afraid to gift her with a nice piece that’ll never fade away.
Spend Time:

Although gifts are a great away to show love and appreciation, there is no greater gift than time. If you are low on cash, or if you just want to spend quality time with your mother, this holiday is the time to do it. Plan a day just for the two of you. The day can consist of the simple things such as shopping and eating, but the quality time will mean the most.

 

Jasmine LaFlora

Jasmine LaFlora

Jasmine LaFlora is an intern for GMO. She is pursing a BA at Columbia College-Chicago in Magazine Journalism. She has a minor in fashion and enjoys writing and studying fashion.

Jasmine can be contacted at jasminelaflora@yahoo.com.

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