Mother's Day
A sweet Sunday celebrating the beauty of motherhood and our irreplicable maternal figures.
Mother's Day is held on the second Sunday in May. Moms love, give, nurture, provide, protect and guide in so many ways. This day gives us an excuse to shower the mommas in our lives with all the love they so well deserve in return.
Being a mom is one of the most challenging and most rewarding jobs ever. Moms will love you when you don't deserve to be liked. Moms will give you the shirt off their back, no questions asked. Moms will dry your tears, then make you laugh. Moms will tirelessly work to make a better life for you. Moms will make you feel safe while letting you be free. Moms will teach you valuable lessons of life to be cherished forever. A mother's love is like no other, it should never be taken for granted and really be celebrated every day. Make the day extra special for the matriarchs in your life. If you are the momma being spoiled, soak it all in. We bet you have earned it.
Traditional Ways of Celebrating & What Inspires Us:
THEME
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Love
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Floral
BEAUTY & FASHION
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Florals, spring colours (pink, yellow, green, purple), meaningful pieces that remind you of or you have received from mom
DÉCOR
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Consider your theme
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Floral arrangements
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If hosting, create a space to take photos
ENTERTAINMENT
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Let mom pick what to watch today or suggest something that has special meaning
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Put on mom's favourite type of music, or put together a playlist of songs all about mom - there are so many!
FLOWERS
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Pinks and yellows or mom's favourite colour
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Carnations are a popular Mother's Day flower
FOOD & DRINK
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Celebrate with mom's favourite dish or restaurant
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Breakfast in bed is a classic gesture on Mother's Day
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Mom's favourite beverage, we suggest a Spring inspired punch, tea or wine
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Make or buy a special dessert or treat to sweeten the day - we usually go with pie
FUN
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Host brunch or a dinner party
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Get some fresh air while going for a walk, hike or bike ride, playing lawn games
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Family game night - board games, cards, charades, talent show, wholesome competition games
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Spa day with mom
GIFTS & GREETINGS
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Classic gifts for mom include: flowers, plants, sweets, garden supplies, lawn ornaments, gift certificates for their favourite restaurant, store, salon or spa, tickets for an upcoming local event, clothing, slippers, choice of beverage, bird houses, feeders & seed, jewelry, bubble bath
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Host gifts: flowers or a small plant, their favourite beverage, baking or favourite treats
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Greeting card with a sweet message inside
PARTY TIME
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Attending?
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Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)
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Host gift (see gifts & greetings)
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Pack your own beverage
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Potluck? Prepare and pack your contribution
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Take photos
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Hosting?
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Guest list & invites
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Clean house
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Yard maintenance
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Theme décor
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Get yourself ready (hair, nails, makeup, outfit)
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Prepare menu
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Entertainment (music, games…)
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Display previous years’ photos and take more to add
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PHOTOS
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Take photos of yourself and those you are celebrating with
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Look back on past years with an organized slideshow or photo album
QUOTES
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"Happy Mother's Day!"
TRADITIONS
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Spending the day with your mom
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Family supper
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Attending a church service
KIDS & CLASSROOM FUN
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Flower art, handmade cards, coupon booklet for mom (one free hug, movie night, chores, etc.)
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Read books and listen to music about moms / Mother's Day
WORKPLACE FUN
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Make the day special for all the mom's in your workplace by treating them to lunch or giving flowers
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If you have a "work mom" do something special for her to show your gratitude






