What’s on everyone’s list for mother’s day this year? It’s quickly approaching and I need some ideas!
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We usually do brunch but changing it up this year and doing a fancy tea party at a nearby tea room with the family
My preschooler is really into tea parties and dressing up lately so I think she’ll be really into it.
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I want to be alone?
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I’d really like to go for a pedicure and for hubby to make dinner.
On the Friday I get to go for a mother’s day tea at DS kindergarten class. I’m looking forward to this.
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We decided to take the money we’d usually spend on gifts and put it towards a trip to Disney World next winter, so I made brunch reservations and that’s about it. For the last few years I’ve had my own tradition of taking an hour, going to the bookstore, and buying five new books, so I’ll probably still do that.
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One year I went out to drinks and a nice dinner with mom friends. I loved it, so I've been contemplating planning something like that again this year.
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@bhbee: same - LOL
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@bhbee: last year we did brunch at home and then my husband took the kids to his mother’s for lunch and early dinner. I got to see my kids and get some alone time, and he got to see his own mom. It worked out super well for everyone.
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I never really request for anything and I always see it as a day I make my mom feel special, but this year she will be on vacation! So we prob will hang out with DH's side either Sat or Sun. Since this year is supposed to be doing more self care, maybe I'll schedule a haircut (it's not even a luxury, I really do need a haircut lol) one of those days. Getting my hair washed/dried does feel quite luxurious haha!
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It’s always my birthday weekend and I’ll be turning 35. We are taking a little weekend getaway to a nearby lake town and having family photos done there. We are going out to brunch Mother’s Day.
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@bhbee: SAME!
But realistically DD and I will probably spend the morning with my mom. We don't do actual gifts for Mothers Day or Fathers Day, so I haven't asked for anything. DH has to work, per usual.
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@bhbee:
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We usually do the same: massage for me, brunch with DH and the kids, DH will have the kids pick out a card for me, flowers from DH.
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Random: I have a couple of pieces of jewelry I need fixed, and I want DH to figure it out and pay for it.
Me time: I have two small projects I've been putting off and I want DH to give me 3 hours of alone time to do it.
Usually: I make a list of all the stuff that has been put off and ask DH to get it done. Deep-clean the bathroom, tailor some clothing (he sews), buy a helmet, research bike buying for me, anchor some more furniture, etc.
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@bhbee: OMG yes!!!! DH asked me this morning what I want to do and in my head I immediately said "spend a night in a fancy hotel alone!" but I should probably say spend the day with the family. Ha!
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I just want a quiet day at home and not having to cook unlike last year when we had to make an emergency trip to Boston bc my grandfather was in septic shock in the ICU. His health continues to be dreadful though so I'm not making too many plans.
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I told DH I want one of those wagons that folds up now that the kids are out of needing a stroller
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Ugh, Mother's Day. The day my MIL likes to demand my husband's attention even though I am the one actively parenting three kids! Last year I stood my ground and made everyone come to our place. My husband cooked brunch. I think I might ask him to do the same thing again this year.
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I am thinking I might ask DH for this book: https://www.amazon.com/Cribsheet-Data-Driven-Relaxed-Parenting-Preschool/dp/0525559256
A guide to relaxed parenting is just what the doctor ordered with number 3 on the way, lol!
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@Mrs. Pajamas: no shame!! I would totally be doing that if I wasn’t nursing and too lazy to figure out the logistics. Luckily DH and I just laugh about how all we both ever want to do on these kind of days is be alone! (Last year I had to host my ILs from out of town so anything is a win this year!)
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@bhbee: haha wow I'm shocked your DH wants to be alone. I find that dads always want to have a big family BBQ for fathers day. Not me--alone alone alone is the best gift!
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@Mrs. Pajamas: my dh looooooves sleeping so that helps
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@bhbee: seriously!!!
I am so burnt out. I am full-time with my 2 kids, 3 months and 3 years old, and while my 3 year old is a delight and my baby is SO easy and sweet, I honestly just want to cry from the general feeling of I Never. Get. A. Break.
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@pachamama: it is so rough at that age when there’s little predictability (at least for my kids). Sending solidarity and I hope you get a little break on mother’s day!
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I just ordered some Bombas socks to treat myself for Mother's Day. They are so comfortable but a little bit pricey. I also expect a day of not having to cook - I am not sure if DH will cook or if we will go out but I am looking forward to a carefree day with regards to cooking.
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@peaches1038: Hi! Activities - taking my mom to brunch, on a separate day having a picnic in the park just me DS and DW! Regarding gifts, just kiddo artwork and flowers for the grandmas. And DW wants an upgraded French press. Yawn.
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@autumnleaves: it sounds so stupid but bombas really ARE the best socks! Haha
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Our anniversary is working the week before or after mother's day, so my gift is usually a combo one. I already got mine for this year
My new job has an incentive program for points towards copays. One of the ways to earn a point (1 pt = $1 towards copays and scripts) is 1 pt for everyday you take 6000 steps... So I got a Smartwatch
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I have a scheduled birth and will be giving birth to my baby girl the day after so I am sure i'll be a ball of nerves on mothers day! I just want some time to relax and be with my DS
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We don't typically do gifts for Mother's/Father's Day but I do like to get lunch or dinner out so that I don't have to cook!
I always ask to sleep in or nap, enjoy a meal out with the family, and then I like to try to plan some time outside (depending on the weather) to spend with them. Possibly visiting a local garden or nature park. This is my first Mother's Day with my second daughter, so our plans will be modified to accommodate a 4-month old and likely will be something flexible and laid back
Edited to add that this year I've gone in with my brother to buy our mom a piece of glass art that contains the cremated remains of her mother. It's the 5-year anniversary of my grandmother's death, and I've been wanting to do this for a long time but finally got everything together to actually do it. We've selected a purple flower design in honor of her name, Violet.
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I'd love DH to take the kids out, away from the house for a few hours so I can decorate.. we just moved and I haven't been able to hang art/pictures or to really decorate and I need some time to do it. Then I'd love a picnic lunch and some fun outside time with my kids and DH and that's it..... it won't happen but I can dream.. right????
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@Ajsmommy: It is totally my dream to have everyone out of the house for a few hours so I can do what I need to do without any distractions!
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@lindseykaye: That's a really lovely way to remember your grandmother.
May and June, especially this year, tend to be very hectic and expensive months for us. Lots of bdays and anniversaries in addition to mother's and father's day. I think this year we're forgoing gifts for mother's day, father's day and our anniversary but I would really like DH to plan a date night for us around mother's day and have him plan the whole thing, get a babysitter, etc. My own mom, who lives nearby, is typically out of town for Mother's Day, but we'll probably go to my in-laws and DH and my FIL will grill. I also hope to change no diapers and wipe no butts on Mother's day.
My preschooler is really into tea parties and dressing up lately so I think she’ll be really into it.
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