Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Why not do something fun and different this year. Here are five fun ways to spend Mother’s Day! 1) Start a new tradition this year by creating a family comic strip. Take a long sheet of paper, and draw three or four large squares next to one another, like a newspaper comic strip. Then think of an event, celebration, or something funny that happened this past year, and illustrate it with markers, crayons, or paints. Be sure to include dialogue, a date, and a title, such as “Life with the Petersons.” Older children can help with the drawing and writing, while younger kids help color the pictures. Save your comic strip, and create another one next year and others in years to come. When you’re ready to compile all of your strips into a book, stack the pages and thread them together with sturdy yarn. 2) Get pampered. At some point on Mother’s Day, you may want some time alone or a chance for a little rest and relaxation. Make sure you get what you need — and deserve — by asking for it in advance. For instance, a few days before Mother’s Day, give your husband and kids a list of five “services” you desire. The list could include: -An hour alone so I can call a friend or soak in the tub -A chance to sleep in until 9 a.m. -A manicure at my favorite nail salon-Whatever else you’d really love! Have your husband and kids make up coupons with each of these services, and be sure to redeem them throughout Mother’s Day weekend. Or how about having your husband send us an e-mail telling us what you want, you just have click on the link and it is as easy as can be. https://www.belladermmedspa.com/promotions/psst-get-a-gift-card 3)Plant some flowers. If you have some extra space in your garden, you can create a real, live Mother’s Day canvas. First, buy various packets of flower seeds that grow fast and well in your region. Then have your kids draw a picture or write a short message (like “We love Mom”) in the garden dirt with a stick. Drop the flower seeds into the dirt lines; then cover them up, and water every few days. Before long, your picture (or message) will be blooming, and you’ll have a Mother’s Day gift that keeps on growing. 4) Schedule time for hugs. What would Mother’s Day be like without hugs and kisses all around? One way to work them into your day is by setting up a silly “hugs and kisses” schedule and posting it on the refrigerator or other visible spot. For instance, you could write, “10:30 a.m.: Everyone runs around the couch and gives Mom a hug and kiss.” or “2:15 p.m.: Everyone hops around the oak tree on one foot and assembles for a group hug.” Make up your own directions and silly things to do — but be sure to include lots of hugs, kisses, and laughter in your day. 5) Give to Others. Mother’s Day is about honoring all mothers. This Mother’s Day help a mother in need by donating to organizations that help mothers and children. Or register to do the Susan G. Komen walk or run and celebrate with hundred of mom, mom supporters and children. Here’s the link: http://ww5.komen.org/findanevent.aspx Have fun celebrating with one or more to these five fun ways to spend Mother’s Day. Enjoy! Happy Mother’s Day from your friends at Belladerm Medspa!
