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Mother’s Day expectations

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Newyorklady · 27/03/2025 21:55

Hi all,
What are your expectations for Mothers Day ?
I have sons and not daughters so expectations have never been high. As long as they get me a card etc and maybe small gift that’s fine.
My own mother is very different and always felt a level of expectation. Meal out, or meal cooked for her nice gifts, fuss made.
Mothers day has never been about me (even though I’m a Mum) it’s always been about her and what she wants. Me sorting the day for her. I’ve never had the day for just myself with my own kids.
I sound mean I know but she’s not been the easiest over the years and I have just taken her away for a weeks holiday at my expense yet the expectation is still high for me to deliver.
How do your Mothers days look ? What are your expectations.

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PassingStranger · 29/03/2025 21:09

sxcizme3010 · 29/03/2025 10:49

I expect nothing.... Couldn't give two hoots. Everybody has their own lives to live... We all need to stop this level of expectation on people

True, and if you have no expec tations, you can't be disappointed.

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