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First, A Little about My Mom

I am very fortunate to have been given to the Mother that I have. My Mom is my best friend and has always been a fan of whatever adventure I am on. For instance, she is an amazing editor and reads of all of my blogs. She has read over my technical writing for years which has helped in my success.  And, she edited my children’s high school and college papers before they were turned in. I will be forever thankful and so will my children. It has made us all better writers.

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But that is not all I am thankful for, I am thankful that my Mom has been a co-parent with me for the last 20 years. I adopted my children as a single mom, and I moved into our family home. My Father passed away soon after I adopted. So, my Mom and I have lived together for the last 20 years as I, we, have raised my children. Thanks to my mom I have not had to face some of the challenges that most single parents face. For instance, I was never a one income family, required to support myself and my children while paying for all of the costs of a home. My Mom and I shared the responsibilities.

On another note, my Mom was always there to help with homeschooling. She was pretty much in charge of teaching all of the science and math that my children needed! Thank Goodness! Also, she was always there to take care of my children. Because of this, they did not have to be in daycare when I worked away from home, and when I traveled for work. Again, I am forever grateful.

And when we needed a laugh…

And of course, after the children were in bed when I needed someone to talk to, cry with, or just commensurate, she was always there. One thing that you must know, is that my Mom and I have the ability to get into fits of laughter that no one else understands. I remember many a bout of hysterical laughter followed by tears of laughter, where my children would come into the room and just stare at our hysteria. My Mom and her Mother would do the same thing. I come from generations of Mother and Daughter hysterical laughers. And now, I love that I have the same hysterical laughter with my daughters, and my granddaughter as well. Good Times.

Clearly my Mom and I have passed down laughing to my daughters.

Finally, I loved that my Mom always told me what she needed. She enjoys receiving gifts and makes no bones about it.  There are no guessing games in our relationship. If you have read the book,  The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts by Gary Chapman, then you understand what I am talking about. And, I highly recommend this book. Although the book is written from the standpoint of a marriage relationship, the concept can be used in any relationship.  There are 5 basic love languages that we need, but each of us has a greatest need in one of the languages. It is the language that speaks most to our heart. The language in which we best receive love.

My Mother’s Love Language is Gifts

My Mom’s love language is gifts…mine is not! It is stressful for me to buy gifts because gifts don’t really speak that much to me. I love my family. Even though I don’t have the same love language, I want to buy nice gifts that will bless the members of my family whose love language is gifts.  So, my Mom has always been awesome at giving me a list of the items she wants for a birthday, Christmas, and Mother’s Day. She used to do the same thing for my Dad. She would give him a list of what she really wanted, and over the years he would buy her amazing presents. All because she shared with him what made her heart shine.

Because my Mom gives me this list, it makes it so easy for me to be sure to give her a gift she wants. In fact, as I write this post, I have a post-it note next to me on the desk with the list of what she has already mentioned for this Mother’s Day. No guessing. No stressing. I love my Mom.

With that in mind, I thought I would share some of the gifts that I think will be awesome to give to the Mom’s in our lives this year, just in case you need a few ideas.

My Mom’s Gift List

I will start with my Mom’s list. She is a pretty hip Grandma and Great Grandma for 77, and so she loves current music. This year she asked for Chain Breaker by Zach Williams and anything by Toby Mac. If you have not heard of either of these guys you need to check them out. The Zach Williams CD is a perfect pick me up on any day, and Toby Mac is very dynamic. You can also check them out on Youtube.

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Although she has not asked for it yet this year, she usually would like a bottle of Falling in Love by Philosophy. Or, Falling in Love Cream, or Body Wash. Pretty much anything with the lovely scent of Falling in Love. It is an amazing scent and definitely makes me think of Falling in Love. And if history repeats itself, I am sure she would like to receive anything that includes sparkles. Jewelry, Clothes, really anything that includes sparkles.

Christmas 2018

Are you still not quite sure what to buy? First step, purchase the book 5 love langues if you have not read it. You will be able to figure out what your Mom’s love language is, and exactly how to speak to her heart.

Words of Affirmation

If your Mom is loved through words of affirmation, than a few good options would be to write out a poem and present it to her. Purchase a book about Mother’s and give it to her, make sure to write an inscription at the start. It is very important that you take this extra step for  those who are loved through Words of Affirmation. Finally, you could write out all of your thoughts of gratitude and admiration about your mom, and video yourself saying them. What a beautiful gift for her to be able to look at the video over and over and hear from your heart to hers.

Another idea is to purchase the book A Mother’s Legacy: Your Life Story in Your Own Words. This book is filled in by a mother to share her life stories, thoughts, and hopes. My Mother filled one out years ago, and I treasure it. What better way to say that her words matter, than to give her a book to fill her thoughts with and for you to treasure for years to come.

Time

If your Mom is loved through time, maybe Lunch out at a special restaurant would be appreciated.

Or, you could plan a binge watch weekend where you watch a show for a day, snacks and blankets included of course.  On New Year’s Day my Mom and I spent the day watching the series, “The Crown” from PBS. I planned good snacks to go along with it, we were under blankets on the couches, and just enjoyed watching, talking, and spending time together.

If your Mom does not enjoy TV, than maybe taking a walk together, going antique shopping, or taking a road trip will fill out the need for time together. Bonus about this gift is that you also get to spend time together with your mom enjoying the activity. For those who are spoken to with time, it is important that the time is not interrupted. For instance, don’t look at your phone for updates, don’t tune out, and be ready to talk.

Laughing at the Ice Rink.

Physical Touch

If your Mom is most loved by physical touch, than hugs are in order! Another great gift would be to go to a spa and have massages or facials together. Pedicure anyone? Or, if you are low on funds, you could do the pedicure, massage, or facial. Plan a day, have a little fun with it, and invite mom to your Spa for a Day! These are great ways to spend time together and make an impact.

Acts of Service

This is the love language that speaks most to me. I do enjoy all of the others, especially when my children bring or send me flowers, but being on the receiving end of an Act of Service makes me feel incredibly loved. I have 4 children and cannot remember all of the gifts they have given to me over the years, but I can come close to remembering all of the Acts of Service they have done. For instance, when I was diagnosed with Cancer and my son remodeled my bathroom so that I would have beautiful space. Or, every time my daughter brings me my glasses while we are watching TV.

My other son takes all of the trash out of the house. He rarely complains and I love that I don’t have to touch the trash. My oldest daughter did most of the work on our home when we were in the process of a refinance. These Acts of service and more speak volumes to my heart. And of course, my Mom reads my blogs before I send them out which is a huge act of service to me. Yes, I feel very loved, and very fortunate.

Mother’s Day Gifts Your Mother will Love

Regardless of how your Mother most feels love, searching out, or creating the perfect gift will touch her heart. And if you are on the receiving end of a gift this Mother’s Day, let your family know what would speak most to you so that they can bless you in a language you crave.

What do you believe your Love Language to be? What Mother’s Day Gift that you have given or received been the most special?  Share your thoughts in the comments below, and Have a Happy Mother’s Day!