Gift for my mom this mothers' day

@gloryacam (5540)
Philippines
May 8, 2012 12:43am CST
So, it's near mother's day and I'm betting a lot of us are thinking of that perfect gift for mom. So, what are you thinking of giving her? For me, there is one gift that I'd really like to give her. Sadly, it is beyond my ability to give it to her. See, my dad just died recently, and I really, really feel so sad for her. She has been with him for almost 35 years, and she was entirely dependent on him. They were two peas in a pod, and I could never imagine one without the other. So, if I could, I would bring back dad for her. Is there something that you want to give mom but you cannot? How do you show her that you love her? To all moms here, advance happy mothers' day
8 responses
@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
8 May 12
When is Mother's Day glory? I am a bit forgetful when it comes to those dates, but not my parents and sisters' birthdays. Well, perhaps you can just be with your mom on that day. Go to the mall and bring her to the salon. But as to my mother, i am thinking of the things she likes, and choose from there , something that i could give .
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
10 May 12
My mom's like your mother-in-law. She likes going to the salon and being pampered there. She'll be turning 60 this year and she has some gray hair showing. Two weeks ago she had them dyed. But, I guess her hair grows fast because I can see some grays showing again.
@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
10 May 12
My mother in law will surely love to be given a free treat at a salon. She would always go to one at least every month, and come back sporting a newly dyed and trimmed hair. But my mother, she's not into it. She just always want her hair very long and pony tailed like that of Imelda Marcos. So, which of the two describes your mother too. I think when i become a senior citizen too, i would be like my mother-in-law.
@gaiza12 (4884)
• Philippines
8 May 12
Wow, that's so sweet of you . I envy those daughters that has a really close relationship with their mothers because I am not close to my mother. We are in the same house and I don't have any hurt feelings for her but I am just not the type of person who shows love to my parents directly. Indirectly I do, but not the "I love you mom" kind of thing. I am thinking of just giving her a perfume or a bag because my mom loves bags, but I am still not sure if I am able because I really don't have enough money. But I know there is really a way around this so I will, no matter what, give her something this mother's day. It's a day that she will feel somewhat special and she will feel the love of her kids.
@gaiza12 (4884)
• Philippines
9 May 12
You have a big heart for your mom, that alone is the best gift you can give to her. Bags and perfumes are just material things and will only fade through time. But the love you give will last long.
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
10 May 12
I guess so, thanks. And you're right, material things will just fade away.
@genevy04 (793)
• Philippines
9 May 12
Hi gloryacam.. I was saddened with your story.. And i can relate also.. I'm sure your mom is very sad right now.. Make her happy. Be with her not just on Mother's day, but at times you could afford. It's these times that she definitely needs your companion.. Cheer her up.. Bring her along in a walk in the park. or shopping, dining, etc. Just make her feel good even for quite a time. Moms deserve the best love from her children. Cherish her while you still have her. Show her you love her.. Give her happiness. Give her your time.. I lost my mom 6 years ago, but if she still loves by this time, I would definitely give her flowers on Mother's day.. My mama appreciates every little things we can afford to give her. And I guess that's how parents are.. I am a mom too, so thanks for your greetings!!
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
10 May 12
Thanks (*sniff*) I try my best to do what makes her happy. She was spoiled by my dad and I try to do the same, maybe until I see that she's at least happy again. You're right. I will cherish her because she's the only one left. I regret that I did not spend so much time with my dad in the last years of his life. But, I will always remember that we were always together when I was a kid. I'm sorry to hear you've lost your mom already. It does not matter what age we are, but a loss of a parent is always the most painful thing. But, I'm sure you made her happy before. I can't give my mom flowers because we sell flowers! Maybe some other gift or treat at the salon or spa and some dinner afterwards.
@chicgale (2982)
• Philippines
8 May 12
I am thinking of giving my mom a bedside table for mother's day. She don't have one and she really need it to put her eye glasses when she goes to bed.
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
8 May 12
Aww... That's really sweet of you! Maybe I should get one for my mom, too. Same problem.
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@chicgale (2982)
• Philippines
8 May 12
Yeah, you should. It is easy for them to remember where they put their glasses. My mom always forgot where she had put her glasses whens he woke up. That's why I was thinking of getting her a table. :D
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
8 May 12
That's right!
@KingEric (80)
• Philippines
8 May 12
Happy Mother's Day to all moms here! Anyway, my mom is still working abroad and trying to think about it, she's already on her 60s. Tsk. She is workaholic for the sake of her family. What a noble deed. If she'd be here for the event, I would think of giving her a concrete gift like a new bag or a pair of shoes. I don't know. But since she's not here, I'll just make a blog for her. She deserves my gratitude. Words aren't enough though but it's the thought that counts.
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
9 May 12
Wow, you're a very lucky kid. And, really, she deserves your gratitude. Call her up on that day and ask how she is. It's lonely to be working far from home and I'm sure she'll appreciate talking with you.
8 May 12
Moms love jewellery generally. So why not gift her something which she would love to flaunt in front of her friends that too with the words "My son/daughter gifted this to me".. :) You can gift her some earrings or bangles or something like that. :)
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
9 May 12
Yes, you may be right. But, I cannot afford to give here jewelry now. And, I don't like to give her those that are not of good quality.
@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
8 May 12
that is very sweet of you Glory! Well on my part, i honestly do not have that kind of bond with my mom.. that friendship thing. she is my mom and mom alone, you know my disciplinarian... but nothing else which is sad.. she is not here right now and is on vacation, i might just greet her through text message..and call her.. i also do not know what she likes as she is hard to please sometimes. as for you, why not create a book or a slambook which has all their pictures together, your mom and dad's like creating a memory book or something, i think she will appreciate that..
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
8 May 12
Thanks for the suggestion. I could probably do that (if I have the time). If not, I'll do that for her birthday (November) or for Christmas.
• India
8 May 12
I gave my mother her a saree and I am happy to tel you that she love it much and she asked me from where you bought it and who had selected it. I a quite happy because I had given a nice one which she desire.
@gloryacam (5540)
• Philippines
9 May 12
That's sweet! Good for you because you were able to give her something she likes. I'm guessing that she was touched by your sweet gesture!