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Fantastic Mother's Day

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Finallylostit · 27/03/2022 19:24

After all the depressing Mother's Day threads - can I just say I have had a lovely day! ( We have never been big celebrators - My mum just wanted a phone call or a card - to forget both was a heinous crime and the tradition has followed!)

I have 2 DSs.

Started with a Mum don't forget you lost an hour in bed so don't get up yet!
Cup of tea appeared about an hour later.

Lunch was one of them walking to Wenzels and coming back with sausage rolls and a bag of my favourite flavour crisps. We sat and ate them together.

A hug and kiss and Mum you really are the best and another cup of tea.

Then heard the eldest 13 say to the youngest 10, in the kitchen - don't over do it, that is enough she hates a fuss. All she wants is a hug and kiss!
We can pour her a glass of wine later if she has any in the house- that will do!!

No expectations, no disappointment and a whole lot of love.

OP posts:

Sirzy · 27/03/2022 20:49

Doesn’t this thread just highlight that so often it’s the simple things in life which makes us happy.

AHungryCaterpillar · 27/03/2022 20:50

So glad you posted this was getting so fed up of all the miserable threads. I’m a single mum so didn’t get anything but I wasn’t complaining, my kids made me some cards using a piece of paper and pens and made me a game on their phones, their only little so unable to go and buy things, didn’t need any grand gestures or to be pampered all day, that was enough for me.

lollipoprainbow · 27/03/2022 20:50

Gorgeous card from my dd 10 who is autistic telling me she will love me 'whatever my age' 😂

Rowgtfc72 · 27/03/2022 20:52

We've postponed till next week as its dhs birthday today. Dd is 15 and has ordered a card and exactly what I asked for- she's not good at present choosing and will always ask what I want first. I'm getting a new egg cup!

Davros · 27/03/2022 20:52

I got fuck all. Just how I like it!

Idroppedthescrewinthetuna · 27/03/2022 20:54

I had an amazing day too. Teen got out of bed before 9am! Amazing start!
Coffee and toast in bed. Presents were not huge, a candle, hand cream (I use a lot) pink panther wafer biscuits, party rings, matchmakers and brie. Not forgetting the hand made cards. My 6 year old has drawn me in the snow in a purple dress, my 8 and 14 year old drew tigers. Lovely little messages in younger 2 cards. The teen put generic happy mothers day. I am surprised she did that, last night she told me Stepdad (my dp) asked her to make me a card and she really couldn't be bothered. But she did. As above she got out of bed before 9...no card was necessary after that!
A million cuddles. Popped to see my mum. No fancy lunch, no big gesture. The best thing is my kids made amazing effort not to bicker, even when we stood 40 mins waiting for a bus.

I hate the threads where mums are so disappointed that nothing was planned for a big lunch or a nice meal. Being a mum isn't about that!
I spend so much time teaching my kids birthdays are not about how much money is spent or huge gestures its the little thoughts that should mean the most! I couldn't get cross cos my DP didn't take me out for a meal...I got pink panther wafer biscuits

JaceLancs · 27/03/2022 20:55

DM is 83 with Alzheimer’s and hard to buy for so we booked a meal with DB DSIL and my adult DS 29 DD 30 and her DP
DB DSIL got covid a few days ago then today I tested positive
DC sorted their Gran for us and took her round cards presents and a lovely buffet as we had to cancel meal
DS made me a lovely meal - I received flowers and gin n he’s now baking me homemade scones whilst I relax with MN and a cocktail (making up for it in advance in case I lose taste and smell!)

Newrunner29 · 27/03/2022 20:55

I have been given a lovely present from my daughter's special school but I don't know if its a chocolate or a bath bomb! Unable to ask daughter as non vernal! So going to email her teacher tomorrow! Lol feel bit silly but have no idea!

blankee · 27/03/2022 20:58

@CatsLikeBoxes

My 16yr old went to buy ingredients, tye cooked me pasta and a a delicious home made sauce for lunch. Later she roasted garlic and made garlic bread topped with mozzarella. And then this evening she made chocolate biscuits, some of which were cut into hearts. 13yr old gave me a hug and told me "acts of service" is not her love language

Your 13yo sounds fab 😂 that’s made me laugh!

This is a lovely thread and I’m glad other people had a nice day too.

DH is a vicar, so no lie in for me, but cards from both him and DS, flowers and chocolate (which is all I asked for) and then DS gave me a little flower posy at church and drew me another card during the service, which was very sweet as he’s only tiny! My own DMum and I prepared an afternoon tea between us and we all sat in the garden to eat it. Simple but lovely.

Justcashnosweets · 27/03/2022 20:58

Lovely day here. I had a nice lie in, Dd8 and DP brought me a homemade card, chocolates and and scented candles. DP made breakfast for us and my Mum, then spent the afternoon with Mum, Sister and all the kids while DP went to see MIL. Its been a good chilled day 🥰

Benjaminsniddlegrass · 27/03/2022 20:59

Gorgeous day here, beautiful cards made by DD6, my DH bought me a beautiful locket with pictures of my DD and she made me a rainbow necklace. We went to my favourite beach and played games, climbed the dunes & had sausages on the BBQ & I had a swim and we paddled and had just the best day. My heart is very full today.

HailAdrian · 27/03/2022 21:01

Today was the first mother's day of my life without my mum and I held it together so I'm quite pleased with myself. Plus my awesome 10yo bought me last minute chocolate.

DeeCeeCherry · 27/03/2022 21:01

I had a lovely day. DCs came over yesterday and stayed. Cars, flowers, chocs n watched a horror film last night. Bliss.

The plan was out to lunch today but I wasnt fussed so we ordered out and stayed home, played music watched Bridgerton (the Queen's hairdos are giving me life at the moment). & had a good old catch up.

I glanced at the depressing mothers day threads and just thought omg. Its all about men. Moaning about men or floods of tears because a man hasn't made the day special. Why must everything be about men?!

DP didnt even feature today. Being a couple doesnt mean he's the absolute centre of my world and happiness

Tobacco · 27/03/2022 21:01

Your family sound lovely and thoughtful and have been very loving on mothers day. Im not surprised you don't feel disappointed. I think most of the threads you've found depressing it's not necessarily been that they were expecting the earth, it's more a reflection of how they feel they are forgotten and treated badly all year round, so were probably hoping for a bit of appreciation on just one day. It's ok for them to post about being disappointed I think.

spiderlight · 27/03/2022 21:03

I've had a lovely day too.my 15-year-old cheerfully and without nagging came to the beach with us and had a lovely time, we found a cute little craft shop that made its own ice-cream which was amazing. Then we left him at home watching the F1 while we popped to the allotment to take DH's mum and dad for a video tour of what we've done recently and got back in time to watch the end of the race with him. He's been a joy all day (and I got lovely presents too, but that's entirely secondary) 💕

Owwlie · 27/03/2022 21:09

We went to the zoo, with 3 under 5s, not sure why I thought that was a good idea.

I got flowers and a card DD1 made at school, she wrote it all herself which is a massive deal as she’s had school anxiety and refusal since the first lockdown and has only been going to her new school for 2 months. So to have actually written a whole card (with some creative spelling ) is a massive deal for her.

Whatelsecouldibecalled · 27/03/2022 21:11

Lovely card which DH got DS (2) to 'write' in. A pair of trainers I had been eyeing up. A lay in and DH took DS out this afternoon as in really struggling with Covid and exhausted!

Hugasauras · 27/03/2022 21:11

I had a nice day too! DD had made me a jar of bath salts at nursery and a card, and then we all walked down in the sunshine to pick up a special Mother's Day afternoon tea from local cafe, which we took home and ate outside. Just a nice, chilled day!

Whatinthelord · 27/03/2022 21:13

Awe that sounds like a lovely chilled day op. It sounds like your boys are really thoughtful.
My daughter (5) has been lush today….making me lots of pictures and trying to make a picnic for me.

I was disappointed with DH as he did nothing and it was only because my 5 year old is thoughtful that there was any acknowledge. To be fair I think that most negative posts I’ve seen aren’t the result of too high expectation, but people feeling under appreciated by partners and older children. Most people just want a bit of appreciation and to be shown that they matter ….I don’t even think it’s about present etc but just feeling seen and appreciated, especially if you do a lot for your family.

Isthisjustnormal · 27/03/2022 21:16

Handmade card and lovely present from my 18yo; lovely card and thoughtful present from my 16yo.
Posh Sunday lunch out and everyone on good behaviour - even if eldest didn’t spend some time reading his book!

Little post-lunch nap and some time at the allotment. Perfect Mother’s Day!

VampireMoney · 27/03/2022 21:17

I had a brilliant day, all the kids at home, everyone happy and lots of laughter. Cards and some choccies and just a whole load of love. Noise, chaos. And lots of cuppas. No fancy meals out or ridiculous expectations, just a happy day with everyone here. Bliss.

runsmidgeOMG · 27/03/2022 21:17

We've been in Disneyland. My DD surprised me with gifts this morning from the park that DP had helped her choose. She loved giving them to me and telling me what they were and why she chose them. She wrote and drew in the card.
What was also lovely was DP (not her father) gave me a hug and kiss and said literally "happy Mother's Day babe, you do an amazing job" not once did my ex ever say anything so simple that meant the world.

The day itself was spent travelling home ! Happy to be back.
It's not about the gifts. It's about a general appreciation for the mini humans you created and who you're raising them with. ❤️

FlyingPandas · 27/03/2022 21:18

It’s definitely about being seen and openly appreciated.

I had lovely cards from my 3, my eldest DS who is about to sit A levels wrote in his ‘Thank you for all your help with my exams mum, I really appreciate it.’ That meant so much, we haven’t had an easy ride during 6th form and to have him acknowledge what I’ve done to try and support him meant so much.

sproutsandparsnips · 27/03/2022 21:24

I must admit I felt a bit resentful that I got up to take both boys to rugby whilst DH languished in bed, but the eldest did wish me happy Mother's Day and allowed me to give him as many hugs and kisses as I liked (not in front of his team mates)! I got a bottle of gin that they knew I liked and had to go to 3 different shops to get (obviously DH drove around and bought it with them). Dinner mostly cooked for me by DH.

OnaBegonia · 27/03/2022 21:26

@rhetorician those are gorgeous
I had a lovely lunch with DP and he treated me to a new bracelet.
Hungover DD promised to cook tomorrow 🤣 Older DD has booked dinner for Friday at my favourite Italian, not a bad bunch 😍

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