Mom Moments: Bringing Memories To Life

In every family there are those stories, you know exactly the ones I’m talking about. I like to call these Mom Moments. Someone new comes to a family gathering and before you know it, your sibling is loudly regaling them about that none-to-flattering time you… And a cut-off never seems to work. The story gets told. Faces turn red, and laughs ring out. You might be safe after that point as long as no one scrambles for the photo album. There are other stories we often share. Everyone has memorable funny or sweet stories to tell about their mothers.

With Mother’s Day coming up, take time to recall a mom moment. Maybe it was the time your mother took you to pick flowers when you were young, or taught you to whistle. How she always sings along with the radio even if she doesn’t know all the words. Sometimes, our mothers have the seemingly supernatural way of knowing when we are sick or need a care package at college. Being able to make a grilled cheese sandwich just the way you like it is a job skill worthy of a resume.

Our mothers are amazing! Celebrate by showing your mom how special she is.

Bring Mom Moments to Life

Here are some ideas you can make highly personalized to show her you remember all times she saved the day, made your day or just taught you well.

• Think of a time when your mom did something special for you. Find a picture that represents that time. It could be during a vacation with the whole family. Or just pick a photo of you from that age and frame it. Take the photo to your local flower shop and they can build an extra special arrangement that surrounds this cherished image with beautiful colors and the heavenly scent of fresh flowers. For the card message, write a little reminder about that memory of yours. For years to come, your mother will know a specific moment that she made an impact in your life.
• Did you ever break your mom’s favorite vase or make a huge mess knocking over a potted plant? Whether you cried or she yelled, those times in our lives taught us about unconditional love. Show your mother you still carry that love today.  Call a local florist and send a breath-taking vase of flowers or a healthy new houseplant.
• Take a photo of something very ordinary and turn it into custom flower card. Order your mom’s favorite flowers and give the florist a wallet-sized photo as the card message. When your mom receives a beautiful bouquet to enjoy, her curiosity will also be peaked by a little photo of, yes, your sneakers! Turn it over to revel the message “Thanks for helping me master the basics, Mom” and she is sure to have a laugh and a sense of pride in how her baby has grown. Other photo ops: a dish she taught you to cook, a stack of perfectly folded towels, or a sandwich with the crust cut off.
• Host a Mother’s Day Brunch. With a little help from this WPN guide, you can plan a flawless event with your mother as guest of honor. She’ll be overjoyed to celebrate in style with her favorite people. Take turns going around the table and telling the best memories of your mom. Embarrassing stories optional.

Whatever life lessons you remember from your mother, take the opportunity
on May 12th this year to honor all her love and support.