While flowers, chocolate and jewelry are greatly appreciated on Mother’s Day, what most Moms really want is help around the house, a little fun and time to herself. Here are some ways to make sure Mom has a fun-filled and relaxing weekend.
20. Walk the dog.
19. Clean your room.
18. Wash, dry, fold and put away your clothes.
17. Put dirty dishes in the dishwasher and empty it when the cycle finishes.
16. Fill up the gas tank after you use the car.
15. Honor your curfew.
14. Stop bickering with your siblings.
13. Instead of asking what’s for dinner, cook Mom’s favorite foods.
12. Help Mom unload groceries from the car and put them away.
11. Climb into bed with Mom and have some old-fashioned girl talk.
10. Take Mom to a chick flick.
9. Buy Mom a hot new shade of lipstick.
8. Let Mom choose what to watch on the big TV.
7. Spend the afternoon with Mom doing what she likes.
6. Take pictures with Mom.
5. Buy Mom something silly that reminds her of her childhood.
4. Compliment Mom.
3. Give Mom a hug and kiss when she least expects it.
2. Say, “I love you, Mom.”
1. Let Mom sleep late on Mother’s Day.