0 Mother Day Acitivites

by Kimberly L. Bytheway and Diane H. Loveridge, authors of TraditionsOur family has found true joy and bonded through the celebration of Mother's Day, as we have focused on the lives and contributions of our mothers and grandmothers. It has become a great tradition to also recognize the many "mothers" around us, women with or without children, including sisters, aunts, teachers, and neighbors who have been wonderful examples in our lives.Paper Favor-Flower BouquetHave each member of the family make a flower out of construction paper. Help them come up with a service that they can do for Mom or Grandma. Write the idea down on their own flower, and then put the flowers in a basket or vase to present. Label the bouquet as "favor flowers." Then set aside a day when the entire family can carry out their tasks together.A Garden for MomSpend the Saturday before Mother's Day planting a flower garden. Have each child choose a different flower he or she would like to plant for Mom, and spend the afternoon putting them in the ground as a family.Children's PhotographEach May, have a family photography taken, just of the children, to remind Mother of the joy she has in her children. Choose a particular spot in the home to display the picture. Then, each year on Mother's Day, replace the picture with an updated one.Mom's MakeoverTake Mom out to the nearest beauty parlor and treat her to a total makeover. Watch as they changer her hair, do her makeup, and pamper her all around. Stay close by and chat as she receives a manicure, pedicure, and facial massage.Pamper PackEach year, give Mom a "pamper pack." Every member of the family includes a gift in the package that Mom can use to indulge herself. It may be some lotion, some perfume, or just a good book that Mom can enjoy reading during some relaxation time. Each year she will look forward to getting her pack with which to spoil herself, and the family will enjoy coming up with new ways to help her do so.Homemade Picture FrameMake a family picture frame. Each child could do his or her own frame, or the family could all work together on one frame. Fashion a frame for a photo or spend time decorating a mat for a framed family picture. Have each person sign the mat or add a little drawing to show his or her personality. This is a great gift for Grandma to show off to her friends.Gift of Doing NothingGather the children and assign chores and tasks to give Mom or Grandma a "do nothing" day. Have the children work together to cook meals, clean rooms, and fold laundry. Save a seat in the house where Mom or Grandma can oversee the production while reading from a favorite book or listening to her favorite music.PoetryDig deep into your creative side and write a yearly poem to Mom. Reminisce on your childhood memories or simply bring back the highlights of the past year. Save the poem in a book to be added to on each Mother's Day.Breakfast in BedMother's Day is a wonderful time to treat Mom to breakfast in bed. Cook all of her favorite, and don't forget to accent with flowers or greenery. If she could rather, make it simple, with yogurt and fruit, or get elaborate with omelettes and crepes. She will enjoy her meal under the covers no matter what you prepare!Ladies' Luncheon"All the females in our extended family eight years of age and older have a special luncheon the day before Mother's Day. We dress in our best and all have a great time being together as mothers and future mothers." -Kay Cannon(c) 2005 Deseret Book Co.