When a mother says, “Oh, it’s fine, sweetheart. Don’t worry about anything extravagant for Mother’s Day; I don’t really want anything!” many might think she’s implying, “I don’t need fancy jewelry,” “I don’t want a designer handbag,” or “I can do without a sentimental card.” But that’s not even close to the truth.
What She Truly Means
What she truly means when she claims she doesn’t want anything for Mother’s Day is this:
- I want a peaceful night’s sleep before Mother’s Day arrives. I don’t want to be awakened during the night by a child’s cries. If one of the kids needs tending to, I expect you to nudge me, dear partner—no more of that “waking me up for everything” nonsense.
- In the morning, I don’t want any interruptions, not even for breakfast in bed. I crave the luxury of sleeping in. Oh, the sweet, elusive dream of uninterrupted slumber! Yes, I dare hope for it. I want to wake up when my body feels ready, not because someone has decided to surprise me with pancakes. If you have plans for breakfast in bed, please just let me wake up first. After I’ve had a moment to gather myself and put in my contacts, then you can bring me my meal. And for the love of all things sacred, do not send the kids in every few minutes asking, “Mommy? Are you awake yet?” like last year.
- I also want my shower to be undisturbed. I should be able to enjoy a long, relaxing shower—maybe even shave my legs and tend to my eyebrows without interruption.
- And please, don’t let anything stand in the way of my Mother’s Day mimosas. Whatever it takes, ensure those bubbly delights are on the table!
- I want a day free from chores. No cooking, no cleaning, no laundry—just a full day off from the endless to-do lists. I expect you and the kids to take care of the tasks I usually handle so I don’t end up with double the work on Monday.
- I don’t want anything involving messes or chaos. Keep the kids and their craft supplies far from me until their projects are complete and dry. I’d like to wear white without worrying about stains.
- Most importantly, I want uninterrupted time curled up with that book I’ve been trying to read for ages. And I want to spend a cozy afternoon on the couch, snuggling with you and the kids while we watch a movie together. For those blissful moments, I want to feel the warmth of their soft heads against my cheek and your arms wrapped around us all.
So, when mothers say they don’t want anything for Mother’s Day, this is the essence of what they truly desire.
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In summary, what mothers really want on Mother’s Day isn’t material gifts, but rather the gift of peace, relaxation, and quality family time.