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I want recognition on Mothers' Day - what do you want on Mothers' Day?

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RitesForGirls · 15/03/2012 00:49

I was forgotten one year and so I stopped hinting and hoping and told them exactly what was expected and it seemed to work.
I'm wondering what you want on Mothers' Day?

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Shiregirl · 15/03/2012 07:46

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mumblechum1 · 15/03/2012 07:49

tbh, if you're doing it right, your dcs will appreciate you every day. My ds is a PITA about some things but never fails to say thanks, that was lovely every time I make him a meal, and always thanks me for taxiing him everywhere etc, and for doing all the other stuff.

If you need MD to feel loved by your kids, there's a problem imo.

BarryNormansSofa · 15/03/2012 08:38

My boys are old enough now to go round to the corner shop . They have already asked me what chocolates I like and have mentioned that they have Mothers Day cards in the shop ... so I wait and see . It would be lovely to have something from them that they actually got themselves , not with DH in tow.

I am not really into Mothers Day ever since my Mum passed away I just try and ignore it but I am a Mother myself so must make the most of the sweet things my DS do .

catgirl1976 · 15/03/2012 08:56

Another vote for sleep

ABigGirlDoneItAndRanAway · 15/03/2012 09:15

I would like a carf chosen with a bit of thought, not panic bought at the last minute like last year's, not really fussed about flowers or chocolates as I don't like flowers indoors and am trying to shed a few pounds before our holidays. After last year's non event I'm keeping expectations low from DH but what I would really love from DD is for her to say "love you" back when I say it to her (she is 15 months and hasn't said it back yet but is starting to put a couple of words together).

Al0uise · 15/03/2012 09:16

I'd like my inlaws to phone on Saturday and cancel coming to us for lunch on Sunday.

That is all.

RitesForGirls · 15/03/2012 09:19

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CremeEggThief · 15/03/2012 09:22

A lie-in, breakfast in bed, a homecooked veggie roast and trifle by DH and DS, not having to lift a finger all day, a Pandora charm and lots of cuddles. And maybe some cheese on chips from the chippy for supper. Oh yes, I've put my order in :).

WorraLiberty · 15/03/2012 09:27

From your website.... A garage bouquet and quickly scribbled shop-bought card just won?t cut it. No, I want heart-felt declarations of love and appreciation

Well my eldest DS (17yrs old at the time) bought me a bouqet from our local garage and considering he had hardly any money at the time, I thought it was an absolutely lovely gesture.

And I didn't have to email him a guilt trip either...he did it out of the kindness of his heart.

RatherBeACyborg · 15/03/2012 09:29

What do I want? Peace and quiet. If everyone just went out for the day that would suit me.

pumpkinsweetie · 15/03/2012 09:35

I would be happy with breakfast in bed and a bunch of flowers, shows they love me, doesn't cost a lot and it means the world to me getting my brekkie made for me for a change lol. Make mums feel special doesnt have to cost a lot. As long as ir not forgotten that is the main thing. My Mil make a big fuss every year not realising im also a mum too , i also have my mum aswell and mil daughter that is also a mother but uv guessed it mil always cones 1st it drives me mad. Its not about huge gestures its about spending time the bestest mum in the whole world. Hope u get something nice Op im sure ur kids will make u feel special

WhereTheWildThingsWere · 15/03/2012 09:38

To do something nice for my mum, am I the only one who doesn't really feel it is about me?

gallifrey · 15/03/2012 09:39

I want a big fuss made! On my first mothers day when dd was a baby I just got a vague card and that's all. I was very disappointed and thought that my hubby would have made a fuss with it being my first ever mothers day and all that!

fullofregrets · 15/03/2012 10:33

DH to get out of bed before 1pm but it is unlikely as I can't remember the last time he was out of bed before that on a sunday.
Then he will trundle off to mil's for his Sunday lunch, taking DS with him and I will do the housework that I struggle to get done when DS is here, such as cleaning bathrooms and sweeping leaves.
Sigh. Same as every Sunday then I expect.

Mrsjay · 15/03/2012 10:38

I just dont cook on mothers day i have never cooked , oh and wine i want wine a nice fizzy bottle so i can get up for school on monday with a wine head

Tw1gl3t · 15/03/2012 21:54

Sleep. To wake up without being woken up. Bliss. It's not going to happen though,

Pandemoniaa · 15/03/2012 22:53

I'm rather hoping that the hangover I intend to cultivate on Saturday night will have dispersed before teatime on Mother's Day. Other than that, I'm not particularly bothered!

Freshlettice · 15/03/2012 23:00

Aww, Colour, My DS does hugs and kisses and he's 20.
I always just ask for a day of peace and no bickering or pestering me but I suspect DD2 will try and do breakfast in bed. We do always have coffee in bed and the papers on Sundays but a) I can't eat too early and b) I also hate crumbs.
Ideally I would spend all day in the garden and not have to cook, but I think it's going to rain.

skateboarder · 15/03/2012 23:07

Just no shouting or arguing from the dc. Have requested but suspect that it wont happen ....

marriedinwhite · 15/03/2012 23:59

I would like our two teenagers to come to church, bright eyed and bushy tailed so I can bask in their delightfulness as people I see every week but who haven't seen them for some time can see what lovely things they have grown into. They will both sing beautifully and loudly and smile nicely at the elderly, as well as giving me a hug at the peace.

NigellaLawless · 16/03/2012 00:17

This time last week I was hoping to be spoilt for the day by DH on behalf of baby DS, but after almost a week of DS having gastroenteritus (sp?) I would now be overjoyed with DS just not puking/pooing on me

Everythingsgoingtitsup · 16/03/2012 00:19

Ds2 was 12 days old and in hospital on cpap last mothers day, seriously ill. I was failing to recover from emcs and in a state. Mothers day lunch, planned to be taken in gorgeous country pub with DP and ds1 (two weeks before ds2s due date) and booked for months was replaced by a tearful sandwich in the hospital canteen. Ds1 never even gave me his home made card. This year everyone just being well and happy is what I want.

OvO · 16/03/2012 00:23

A lie-in until lunch time. Then 2 bacon rolls and a home-made card.

I will get that so I'm happy.

I don't usually ask for a present but this year I did ask for a cookbook I really fancy and my DH is so rubbish at lying so I already know he's bought it!

My 4 year old has already drawn me a card and hidden it away until Sunday though the evil little swine keeps saying, "I'm not giving you the card EVER!!!" when I wont do what he wants. Isn't he MEAN?!

Solo · 16/03/2012 00:33

I get forgotten more often than not, so a card would be brilliant.

boschy · 16/03/2012 05:55

I have asked for a new wheel for my wheelbarrow. This will make me very happy :o
DH will organise that; the girls are going into town tomorrow on a mysterious mission.
Oh and we have my Mum, PIL and SIL and her 2 DC coming for lunch.

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