I know it was a nice weekend and the sun was pretty yesterday, but it's back to work today on those entries! Don't forget to get them in by Saturday. It's going to be a hard choice. I think they're all terrific and that is why it is going to be decided by vote. So make sure you let people know to come over here and vote for your entry.
Ok, onward. . .
Mother's day survey question: Do mothers of daughters tend to be more honored by their kids than mothers of sons? That is . . . do daughters tend to be more likely to make sure mom is taken care of than boys? (Or husbands with boys). Ladies do you have to leave endless reminders, nudge, notes and threats, or does the father of your children acknowledge your roll without extra cajoling. Just curious. I have three sons, and a terrific husband, however mother's day seems to be a real confusing day for them. The hubby always remember his mom, (aunts, grandmothers, sister). . . and has to be reminded that his sons also have a mother. Don't get me wrong, he's a great guy, just sometimes he's a little air-headed. Many a mother's day has come and gone, and the budget was spent on his mom's flowers, and I got toast. The excuse always: "You're not my mother, I'm supposed honor MY mother". . .
"It's not MY MOther's day," I argue. "It's MOTHERS (PLURAL) DAY! You know, a day to honor ALL mothers. And besides, when was the last time I forgot you on fathers day, hmmm?"
Well finally after years it sank in. I got something really nice this year: A porch swing, where I can sit and swing and drink mudslides in the afternoon.
I'm happy. My middle son was very thoughtful, and felt badly that I wasn't eating as well as he thought I should (I'm doing weight watchers you see), and he brought home a 1/4 sheet cake for me. Ah well, I'll start counting points next week. My youngest son and his girlfriend came over and cooked dinner for me, and we had great fun and laughter, and it was very nice. My oldest son seems to have fallen off the planet. No call, no card, nothing. Which is actually an improvement over years past, for example last year all I got from him was a dirty joke text message on my cell phone. Years before, he would always pick that day for some terrible caper that would land with us either racing to the emergency room, principals office or police station. I'm glad those days are done!
I had lunch with my mom. I did my duty, and was glad to do it. She sat in the back seat, dad sat in the front, both telling me how to drive, both giving me different directions, and both swearing at the other cars. Good thing I knew the way on my own. I ignored them both, and just pretended to be the indifferent chauffeur, driving Miss Crazy. . . I took her to the restaurant of her choice which turned out to be a little fish market that serves on paper plates. I was surprised she chose that and not a fancier place, until I bit into the best lobster roll I have ever eaten in my life (and I've had a LOT of lobster rolls). So sometimes mom really does know best. (When it comes to fish markets).
All in all, I can't complain. It was a nice day. Now, excuse me for a bit, it's morning, and the sun is up. I think I'll take my coffee on the deck, and sit in my new swing and enjoy the air and the birds. I have a few minutes before I need to get ready for work, just enough to allow for coffee, swinging, and cleaning the coffee off my blouse that I am sure to spill while swinging.
Keep those entries coming folks!
Later
Comments (6)
Dad may have been a thoughtless jerk most of the time but at least he remembered his anniversary and Mothers Day. In fact, he was the one reminding us kids. He always made Mom breakfast in bed and we would pile in with her presents. In my family, such holidays were an excuse for celebration. Mom had the day off and we cooked and cleaned and did chores and anything else she needed or would normally do.
Even the stepshit was good about Mothers Day. He would get Mom flowers and cook breakfast for her.
As to my brothers and I? They remembered far better than I did. In fact, Mom had to remind me a few times until I started paying more attention to the calendar. Then, it was flowers every year--real or cyber, if I was broke. I hope I made up for my faux pas.
Well, Yah! Of course we should honor our mothers but we should certainly honor those we made mothers as well. I have had the queasy honor of witnessing child birth. You all need to be honored...I bow before you quietly muttering, better you than me.
I am so glad that you had a great day! That is terrific! Hubby actually remembered that I was a mommy too this year. ha ha
I've been wondering about that for awhile. I decided on
Mothers' day.
It could also be Mothers Day, as in just a day for mothers, but I think it's better if it BELONGS to the mothers. And it clearly does.
Hmm, well I would state that it's your sons' responsibility to make sure you are honored and pampered on Mom's day. Hubby should be the one encouraging and reminding your buys though. Although he could contribute too. although i did give my sister a present, as it was her first mother's day. i guess it's really everyone's responsibility to honor all mothers when it comes down to it. :)
mmm, which fish market did your mom recommend? YUM!