A good comfortable life for Mama
By jureathome
@jureathome (5361)
Philippines
November 22, 2012 2:52am CST
I guess all daughters or sons, want to give their mothers a good life. When I was working, I always shop for her new clothes, shoes, accessories and anything she needs. Now, that I am no longer working, I miss those days when I can shower her with graces. I also dont want to burden my husband just to give luxury to my mother. Although, I know he wouldn't decline if we have the extra budget, but I don't want to abuse his generosity. Also, my mother understands my situation, and its enough for her that we're still giving her montly allowance just for her needs.
Soon, very soon, I'll get the money I need to treat her like a queen. My mother deserves the best!
6 responses
@adnileb (5287)
• Philippines
28 Nov 12
I'd love to do that to my mother too but due to my low salary, I can't give her what she wanted.
I keep on explaining to her about it yet from time to time, she always reminds me that she wants to go shopping. If only I have lots of money, I could give her some money for shopping. I told her that when the time comes that I could work abroad, I will shower her with dollars. Oh my, she's so excited.
And now, she keeps on wondering when will it be.
I keep on explaining to her about it yet from time to time, she always reminds me that she wants to go shopping. If only I have lots of money, I could give her some money for shopping. I told her that when the time comes that I could work abroad, I will shower her with dollars. Oh my, she's so excited. And now, she keeps on wondering when will it be.1 person likes this
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
28 Nov 12
Oh, how cute. But, if my mother does that to me, I would be annoyed. Good thing, she just waits when i can give her something aside from the monthly allowance we provide her. She has her way of requesting something from me which I find funny and irritating sometimes. I don't want people to ask something from me, I just want to give voluntarily.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
28 Nov 12
I know you love your mother, but I hope you'd spare some for yourself. If that is the case, that she has more money than you, then she should understand your situation when you're still starting on your own pace.
When I was still schooling, my mother was very generous to me, until my first month at work. She lends me money for my food and fare, and I make sure I give it back to her, and more. Now, that she doesn't have much, and have used up all that my father left us, for our tuition and daily needs, I want to be there for her. I'm not working, but my husband is helping me with her allowance. But, I do hope I could get an online job soon, when Im ready.
@ZoeJoy (1392)
• United States
4 Dec 12
Glad to hear that you have a mother that deserves the best. We do need to make sure how mothers are well cared for. My mother was able to look after herself until she passed away. My siblings and I make she was doing well but she appreciated her independence. She was well enough to work and provide for herself. She knew that we were raising our own children and didn't want to be a burden to her children, who were raising her grandchildren. In your family, perhaps your mother does need to be financially provided for and it is good you think that is an honor.
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@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
5 Dec 12
Your mother is blessed. I would want to be like her, when I get old. I don't want to be dependent on my kids. I want my kids to focus on their own families. Occasional gifts would be appreciated, but, i really don't want to be begging for my daily needs. Well, when that happens, though, I pray that my kids would be generous enough to help me.
The good thing about my mother is, that even if Im giving her monthly allowance, she also strives to make extra money out being a reseller of clothes and stuff, and other small businesses, so she won't be completely relying on me. And with that, I just want to help her even more.
@carolbee (16230)
• United States
4 Dec 12
Awww your discussion is so sweet. I always wanted a good life for my mother but it just didn't quite happen and we helped out financially so much. My mother is gone now. She lived a long life. I enjoyed raising our three daughters and watching them grow into adults. So rewarding so I am sure your mom is proud of you and what you have done for her.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
4 Dec 12
I do hope so. But, I'd be prouder of myself if I can give her more, like a vacation at least twice a year, new clothes, an insurance, a house...
@pahak627 (5347)
• Philippines
22 Nov 12
That is what should have been done. I now miss my mom. All that I did was to care for her when she was already bedridden. But not for the whole period of time but during early morning and in the evening only due to my work. Now I miss her. I just imagine if she is still alive what would have been our situation now.
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@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
22 Nov 12
Oh my, I can't imagine life with a sick mother. I would be there for her, too. I will give her my time and attention if that ever happens to her. BUt, I would hope she'd stay healthy and able.
@hereandthere (45628)
• Philippines
26 Nov 12
what makes me different from my siblings is i tend to buy the cheap and practical stuff for my parents.
some adult children still depend on their parents and the parents can't resist helping because they feel sorry for the grandkids.
daughters tend to continue helping their family even after they're married. and when parents grow old and sick, they prefer to be cared for by their own daughters.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
28 Nov 12
It's okay to buy stuff that are not very costly, as long as you know they would appreciate such an item. I mean, there are also people who buy cheap stuff, that don't really appeal to the recipient. I have this cousin who never forgets to give gifts to everyone, but I never get to use any of the things she gave me. It would really mean a lot when the person receiving the gift could really feel your sincere intention of giving.
When I give a gift, I always make sure that they will use it and appreciate the thought.
@Mavic123456 (21891)
• Thailand
22 Nov 12
Not all daughters and son want that. Only those who are grateful, happy of what they are and contented think of giving their mothers a good life. that's very sweet of you and you will get a graceful Karma for that. Remember, do unto to other what you like others do unto you. ;)
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
22 Nov 12
I do hope my kids would treat me the same way. I hope I'm being a good mother to them, so they would show gratitude to me when I get old.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
5 Dec 12
Killing their child? That's horrible. That's worse than a rapist or murderer or terrorist. That's just unforgivable.
