I have always had a really close relationship with my mother (ok…minus my whiny teenage years!), but she has always been my best friend and I don’t know what I would do without her. She has been there for me through thick and thin…from encouraging me when I didn’t get the PERFECT job to letting me cry on her shoulder when my heart was broken. I know that whenever my heart breaks, her heart breaks and I cannot say thank you enough for everything she has done for me. She continues to be my biggest inspiration and has taught me so many valuable things. Although we’ve had our moments, she has been my biggest supporter in life and I feel like one day of the year is not enough for all of the stress and worry I’m sure I’ve put her through! I could only hope to be as brave and classy as she is one day…so thank you Mom!
Okay, I’m done with the sappiness. Year after year, my sister and I would always make my mother breakfast in bed. Although now that I’m thinking back on it, we always woke up later than she would and were probably forcing her against her will to be a prisoner to her bed. We liked to think we were surprising her too, because I’m sure she had NO idea what we were doing in the kitchen. My mom would much rather be outside enjoying the sunshine and her garden…so alas, we learned our lesson and have quit that tradition. However, we still continue to make her brunch that we enjoy as a family.
Here are some tips on how you can make your next Mother’s Day brunch extra special!
1. Keep it simple
I’m always one to go overboard with the details, but sometimes simple is best. After all, it should be about the company and spending quality time with your mom, but some amazing food couldn’t hurt. This year, we made a vegetable frittata, toast with berry preserves, and of course, coffee!
2. Add flowers
Because fresh spring flowers always seem to make things better, right?
3. Know your mother
Like I said, when my sister and I were little we made my mom do something that didn’t really fit with her personality. I’ve talked to some mothers who would like nothing more on Mother’s Day than to be left in peace to read the newspaper. Others just want to get out in their garden and plant until the sun goes down. The brunch you plan should reflect what it is that your mother would want.
4. Personalize it
It’s always nice to give a card for Mother’s Day, but try writing a handwritten note thanking her for everything she’s done. This will just make her day that much more special. If you’re not good with words, try writing a nice quote that reminds you of her.
5. Look through old photos
I personally love bringing out old photo boxes. The wave of nostalgia always hits as I’m flipping through those dusty memories. To me, there is nothing better than looking through old photo boxes. I love the faded and vintage quality that film cameras give. I love laughing at old hair styles and taking inspiration from old fashion trends. Although I love the convenience of digital photography, it makes me sad that I don’t print out pictures nearly enough as I should…so this year, make it a goal with me to take more pictures and print out more pictures. When the occasion comes to pull out photo boxes, you will be glad you did!
Happy (late) Mother’s Day to all the beautiful and lovely mothers out there! What did you do for Mother’s Day?
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Monika says
I think the best advice you mentioned is to know your mother! There are certain things like going out for brunch, flowers, cards, sweets etc that are pretty standard mother’s day rituals but if you mom would much rather go to the mall or go on a walk then I think that’s what you should do. It’s her day after all.
-M
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Lindsey says
Thanks Monika…I completely agree! Do what makes her happy 🙂