It’s the second Sunday of May, and it’s the one day of the year when we train the spotlight on our mothers for their efforts, sacrifices, and unconditional love. Throughout the year, we see how our mothers work hard to provide for our needs or nurture us to become better individuals in the future.
As a way of thanks, we usually celebrate Mother’s Day by gifting our mothers with heartfelt gifts or taking them on memorable trips. But showing gratitude and affection doesn’t always come from grand gestures. At times, it’s the simple things that truly express how we feel towards a person.
Here are some simple yet heartfelt gestures to show how much we appreciate mom:
1. Cook her favorite meal
It sounds cliche because we often see this in movies or series, but Filipinos often bond over a delicious meal, and some people also use food as a medium of expression.
Learn how to cook your mother’s favorite meal and serve it to her during mealtime. You can even add a twist to the dish to elevate its flavors and give mom a different experience of enjoying her favorite dish.
The effort of cooking itself already demonstrates the time, effort, and preparation put into cooking the dish, making it all the more special and heartfelt.
2. Relieve some of their mental load
Mothers often think about the welfare of their families, causing them to carry a heavier mental load and feel more tired than usual. Give her a break this Mother’s Day by taking her mind off of things that usually bother her.
For instance, you can take charge of the usual household chores to allow her time for relaxation or to engage in her favorite hobby.
If that’s not enough, treat her to a spa day. You can choose to take her out to a spa for treatments, or you can do it yourself at home using skincare products, aromatherapy oils, and other relaxing products.
3. Spend time with her
Our mother’s special day won’t be as special if we don’t spend quality time with her. If she prefers a quiet afternoon outdoors, go to a public park and have a picnic under the summer sun while munching on snacks or catching up on life. Meanwhile, if your mother prefers an adventurous getaway, choose waterparks, mountain trails, and similar venues to match her interests.
However, if your mother is more of a homebody, make things fun by watching her favorite movies at home or organizing a game where all members of the family can participate.
Being a mother is a full-time, year-round job with little to no breaks. Yet our mothers make it seem so easy. They even find the time to play around with us and teach us meaningful life lessons.
The second Sunday of May isn’t enough to show or reciprocate the love and effort our mothers poured onto us. So if given a chance, make your mother feel special often, as if it’s Mother’s Day everyday.