Mother’s Day Gifts That Suit Her
LOVE
Language by Susan Neuhalfen
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uthor Gary Chapman wrote an amazing book that was first published in 1995 called The 5 Love Languages®. That got us thinking: Do you know Mom’s love language? Read through Mr. Chapman’s list below and see which one best describes your mother. The explanation for each language is listed below, along with a few Mother’s Day gift ideas.
Words of Affirmation: Verbal compliments expressing your
love and appreciation. Mom doesn’t hear thank you enough, so why not put it into words? Take the time to create a card, poem, or picture depicting your sentiment for her selflessness.
games. Put together a picnic lunch and
of a gift as well, perhaps a well-deserved
outing. Go to a restaurant where
or a relaxing spa retreat? Many of your
take her to a park or on some kind of everyone is comfortable – nothing stuffy or overpriced. Giving Gifts: Tangible symbols that reflect your
mani-pedi or facial with a glass of wine, favorite local businesses are running
special Mother’s Day packages as we
speak, so be sure and get mom on the list immediately.
Acts of Service:
thoughtfulness and effort. Okay, now we’re
Whatever her love language, make sure to
Any act that eases the burden of
and appreciate her with some beautiful
kids often overthink what mom might want
Kay gift basket complete with lipstick,
instead stick to the basics and focus on
responsibility. After all, mom sure does do a lot for us, right?! The kids can all pitch
in, and both work on a meal and clean up afterward. Maybe Dad can do the dishes
and get the kids ready for bed. That leaves mom to relax and enjoy her day. Quality Time: Focused and undivided attention
spent together. This is by far the most
talking. Show mom how much you love
ask mom exactly what she wants. Guys and
earrings, a necklace, maybe even a Mary
every year for Mother’s Day; they should
lotions for her feet and hands, facial
creams and moisturizer. There are a million gift ideas out there that are affordable
and show how much you care – even if
it’s a pair of super soft and comfortable
what comes from the heart. Chances are, all she really wants is some family time and to know you love her.
These are just some ways to show her
pajamas for cold nights of lounging.
just how much you appreciate what she
Physical Touch:
Oh, and by the way. If you want to grab
does for you, unconditionally, every day.
popular gift because most moms just
A non-sexual touch that reinforces
a copy of Gary Chapman’s The 5 Love
uninterrupted by phones, iPads, or video
massage). This could also be in the form
Barnes & Noble or as an audio book.
want to spend time with their families
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your presence (hugging, handholding,
Languages®, it can be found at any
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