I know you think moms are complex creatures and hard to figure out but I am telling you, we are actually really simple. When you ask mom “what do you want for Christmas?” And she answers “nothing.” Or “for you to do the dishes” maybe she will ask you to just spend quality time together… listen to her. She means it.
Yes, every mom deserves to treat herself every now and then, and there are plenty of gifts that would make any woman feel special this holiday season. But if she asks for those things it’s because she really wants those things.
First and foremost, we moms should give ourselves permission to take some time out and do something special just for us, but ‘mom guilt’ is real, and I think I speak for a lot of us when I say we really don’t want people spending money on us unless it’s in memories or experiences together.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m sure no mom would say ‘no’ to a massage or a facial but quality time with her spouse and her kids is what means most to her. So if you in fact do want to spend money maybe do a cooking class you can take together.. maybe a nice sentimental piece of jewelry but with that a coupon to spend the day or night together. A family movie or game night. Maybe mom just wants to take a nap on the couch while you play video games or watch tv. The way to a mom’s heart may just be a bottle of wine and some chocolates to enjoy after everyone goes home on Christmas night.
Below are some ideas of things moms (most of them) really want!
This holiday season let’s make sure we take some time out and really listen to mom when she tells us what she wants for Christmas. But also mom… give yourself permission to take care of YOU. After all, moms need love too during this festive time of year. Happy Holidays from us here at VGS!
