In 1870, Julia Ward Howe called for the proclamation of Mother’s Day in response to the Civil War. She saw this as a way to celebrate peace and motherhood. After her death, her daughter Anna took up the cause to make Mother’s Day a recognized holiday. In 1908 she asked her church to celebrate the day and her request was fulfilled, so the first official celebration of Mother’s Day took place on May 10, 1908. She arranged for carnations to be given to each mother in attendance, as this was her mother’s favorite flower. Interestingly, this tradition is still upheld today in many companies. Today we celebrate this holiday by giving our Mother all kinds of gifts, from flowers to jewelry. Here is a list of some of my favorite gifts to give my mother.
Live plants are a great way to show how much you care. Better than cut flower as with proper care they will live forever. The flowering type of plant is much more desirable than the green leafy type as it will bring a bit of color to any room.
If your mom doesn’t like plants, why not a spa gift certificate? a great way to show her you love her with a little pampering. She also has taken care of you all your life and deserves a little time for herself. Choose a spa that is close to her home and maybe even join her on a special day. You can even make a day and surprise her with a healthy lunch.
Personalized gifts are also a great way to show your love. Personalized keychains that have a photo on them are a great way for your mom to remember when you were little. Before giving this gift, record a special message and be sure to include a photograph of a special keepsake. Keychains aren’t the only gift that can be personalised: a personalized compact is a great gift for a mom and a great reminder of how beautiful she is.
There are so many ways to show your mom that you love and appreciate everything she does for you. A gift doesn’t have to cost a fortune and it doesn’t have to be gold. It can be something as simple as making her dinner or making her a special card. Moms love that kind of thing.
