Here are some ways to celebrate Mother’s Day this year...
Things to do on Sunday, May 9, (or any day) to celebrate the mothers in your life:
Bake bread then break bread
Bicycle ride
Board Games
Breakfast in Bed
Chocolate Fondue Night - everything is sweeter when dipped in chocolate
Clean Mom’s car
Clean your room/space (really well)
Facebook tribute - say thanks to Mom on social media
Family photoshoot - be sure Mom is in the photos (and send them to her so she can share with her friends)
Finish a DIY project
Flowers
Garden party - invite some of her friends over for lunch
Handmade cards (regardless of your age)
Host a virtual Mother’s Day celebration with anyone who can’t be there
Karaoke session of Mom’s favorite songs
Manicure-pedicures at home
Mother’s Day-themed movie marathon - including “Because I Said So” and “The Joy Luck Club”
Museum Tour - National Museum of National History, Van Gogh Museum, etc.
Picnic - Plan and pack a picnic for the backyard or a favorite destination
Plant - choose and plant together something in her garden (flowers, shrub, etc.)
Quiet time - offer Mom some quiet time
Scavenger Hunt
Sleep - let Mom sleep in!
Surprise her in any way you can
Write a letter, poem, story for Mom
Sources: travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-tours
Compiled by Theresa Knapp