What does every mom want more than anything? A little R & R with her loved ones! A little rest and relaxation on her own is an added bonus and to have both in the same day is really a treat.
So how can you make it happen? How can you make her feel loved and appreciated and nurtured? Here are a few ideas.
Breakfast in bed sure beats having to go somewhere.
It's not all that difficult to make a fabulous little brunch.
There are so many recipes online for simple, healthy recipes like frittatas-think of a quiche without the crust.
You mix up some eggs, veggies and cheese and bake it! Then press the little red button that says: "That was easy!" Accompany it with:
This gives everyone a chance to catch up.
Make it a point to keep the conversation positive.
Make the theme for the day "Gratitude & Appreciation.
" Late afternoon give mom some down time.
Theatre of the Mind has a website with super relaxing audios that have sound frequencies designed to create a meditative state.
You can down load an MP3 for under $10! Throw in a foot massage and it's nap time! Place bets on how long it will take before mom falls asleep.
Invite friends for dinner.
Let the kids cook and have the dads supervise.
Young children can tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and decorate the table.
Teens can do just about anything a celebrity chef can with a little coaching! What to make? Get a recipe from Grandma or someone else who has a reputation for great food! Time to relax, time to connect with loved ones-these are the most precious gifts.
With a little planning an ultimate day like this won't cost much at all.
You can end it with a family movie.
Soul Food is one of my favorite foodie movies, which tend to also be about family.
Go figure.
The two just go together so well! This one demonstrates just how important a mother's role can be to the whole.
The movie is narrated by a little boy and this is what he has to say about Sunday dinners: "Now I understand what soul food was all about; see, during slavery those black folks didn't have a lot to celebrate, so cooking became the way we expressed our love for one another, and that's what those Sunday dinners were all about.
More than just eating, it was a time for sharing our joys and sorrows; somethin' the old folks say is missin' in today's families.
" Orchestrating a day to remember is well worth the couple of hours it takes to plan for it.
Creating a Mother's Day mom will always remember will give back to you too.
You'll see first hand how true it is, to give is to receive.
You may just want to do it all over again next Sunday!
So how can you make it happen? How can you make her feel loved and appreciated and nurtured? Here are a few ideas.
Breakfast in bed sure beats having to go somewhere.
It's not all that difficult to make a fabulous little brunch.
There are so many recipes online for simple, healthy recipes like frittatas-think of a quiche without the crust.
You mix up some eggs, veggies and cheese and bake it! Then press the little red button that says: "That was easy!" Accompany it with:
- Oven roasted potatoes with onions and bell peppers (Dice, toss with olive oil and bake at 375 for 40 minutes tossing at the half way point, 20 minutes)
- Chicken or turkey breakfast sausages (pre-cooked ones only need to be warmed)
- Something sweet, either fruit salad or coffee cake or almond croissants
- French Roast coffee, Earl Grey or Jasmine Tea
- Champagne and O.
J.
or my favorite combo: substitute Pom for the O.
J.
This gives everyone a chance to catch up.
Make it a point to keep the conversation positive.
Make the theme for the day "Gratitude & Appreciation.
" Late afternoon give mom some down time.
Theatre of the Mind has a website with super relaxing audios that have sound frequencies designed to create a meditative state.
You can down load an MP3 for under $10! Throw in a foot massage and it's nap time! Place bets on how long it will take before mom falls asleep.
Invite friends for dinner.
Let the kids cook and have the dads supervise.
Young children can tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and decorate the table.
Teens can do just about anything a celebrity chef can with a little coaching! What to make? Get a recipe from Grandma or someone else who has a reputation for great food! Time to relax, time to connect with loved ones-these are the most precious gifts.
With a little planning an ultimate day like this won't cost much at all.
You can end it with a family movie.
Soul Food is one of my favorite foodie movies, which tend to also be about family.
Go figure.
The two just go together so well! This one demonstrates just how important a mother's role can be to the whole.
The movie is narrated by a little boy and this is what he has to say about Sunday dinners: "Now I understand what soul food was all about; see, during slavery those black folks didn't have a lot to celebrate, so cooking became the way we expressed our love for one another, and that's what those Sunday dinners were all about.
More than just eating, it was a time for sharing our joys and sorrows; somethin' the old folks say is missin' in today's families.
" Orchestrating a day to remember is well worth the couple of hours it takes to plan for it.
Creating a Mother's Day mom will always remember will give back to you too.
You'll see first hand how true it is, to give is to receive.
You may just want to do it all over again next Sunday!
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