Presents For Mums

[cameron]

I didn't see this posted anywhere else, but sorry if it is. I need some help on what to get my mum for Christmas, any ideas?

[chris]

What types of thing does she like? I always have a problem finding something for my mom lol.

[cameron]

What types of thing does she like? I always have a problem finding something for my mom lol.
I honestly can't think of anything she likes! I mean, she likes things, but I can't think of something she REALLY likes. For example, she doesn't LIKE any bands, she just listens to what's on the radio and goes, "Oh that's a catchy song, I quite like that."

[Sickie Ickie]

collections? hobbies?

[theedwin]

I always send my parents a photo album of the stuff I have done over the year, with lots of pictures of ME! They seem to appreciate that more than anything else I could make or buy for them. (I live 2,000 miles away from my parents, and rarely get to see them)

[cameron]

I had an idea of developing the photos from her recent holiday and stick them into a scrapbook/photocase (They are on a digital camera). The thing is, I have never developed a photo in my life, so I don't know what to do! I know you go to the Kodak shop, but how much does it cost? To you only have to bring the camera? Are you left on your own, or do you Kodak people help you?

[theedwin]

Cameron,

Bring in the Digi camera, tell them what you want, and they will take care of the rest. It isn't that expensive and it will be professionally done. They will print out the pictures and you can arrange them as you like.

[Elvira]

Thats just a nice present idea Edwin. Being so far apart from your parents I bet they actually look forward to an album a yr from you. (love this idea alot!!!)

[chris]

I always send my parents a photo album of the stuff I have done over the year, with lots of pictures of ME! They seem to appreciate that more than anything else I could make or buy for them. (I live 2,000 miles away from my parents, and rarely get to see them)

idea: Edwin thats a great idea I may just have to do that! Ok my parents are done now the rest of the family.:)

[cameron]

So I got the photos developed. Just gotta look for a arty scrapbook to put it in.

[cameron]

I've got the scrapbook/decorations. Gonna get my sister to put it together.

[cameron]

Finished the scrapbook! Just gotta wrap it. :)

[greentimes]

Hey guys!
I'm those kind of people who rather give something thoughtful than something that a person will wear and throw away later...
So here (http://www.greentimes.com.au/lifestyle/dreaming-of-a-green-christmas.html) are some ideas to surprise you mum or anyone you know! :)

[muelledesanblas]

I got a black and white picture of my mom pregnant of me, she looks great, shes at the beach, and I had to give to her before she went back home, because I wanted to give it to her face to face, and she cried so much.. she loves the picture...
You want to remind your mom that shes the one that gave you life and that you'll always be gratefull.

[dormiles]

@muelledesanblas
Erm, the last post is over 1 year old, so i guess he already presented his gift ;) Thanks for sharing with us, though.

[muelledesanblas]

hahaha, sorry about that! Well maybe i can help someone this year :D

[bluexmas]

My mom is really hard to buy too. She changes her likes ALOT and I do mean ALOT. I do have an idea.... She loves disney and name brand purses. I found one on-line for $44.00 and I am trying to let my husband let me get it for her. I have only one idea but its matter of trying to get it.

[bluexmas]

why is that Mothers are hard to buy for Christmas or birthdays? WHY???

[dormiles]

why is that Mothers are hard to buy for Christmas or birthdays? WHY???

Oh, it's not THAT bad ;) Mother-in-law is the REALLY hard thing... :D

[lisa48317]

My mom is tough to buy for, too. She goes shopping at dollar stores / thrift stores with her sisters weekly, so she's got all the crap she could ever dream of. She doesn't have any pets so I can't give her a "coupon" for me to take care of all it's vet & grooming appointments for a year (I read that somewhere & love that idea!!)

Looks like it'll be a gift certificate to someplace. Pppft.

[Clarice]

Let me start by saying I'm sorry for bringing everyone down.

My mom was a PITA to buy for, she was a shopaholic, had all the clothes, shoes, purses, nicknacks and stuff that anyone could ever possibly want.

Having lost her just 6 months ago what I wouldn't give right now to be able to spend on more hour with her, let alone one more Christmas.

Mom's don't really care about stuff, what they want is your time. So give your mom the gift of yourself. Spend a day giving her your undivided attention, start with breakfast all the way thru dinner. Talk about when she was growing up, talk about when you were growing up and all the fun memories you both have. If you are separated by miles, give her an hour of your attention on the phone, no interruptions from kids, no sorry mom but I have to go do... Let her know that this is time just for her. No arguing about things you don't agree on. Let her know how much you love her and everything she has done for you, because you never know when this Christmas is the last one you will ever have together.

[Craig]

Clarice,

I could not agree more. I lost my sainted mother 2 years ago. Spot ON!

[Rybcon]

Sorry to hear about your mom, Clarice. We lost Dad a year ago the day after Thanksgiving. Today we think about all the years we had and not about the year we don't.

[Craig]

Clarice, (one more thing)

You CERTAINLY did not bring me down (though I am also truly sorry to hear the news of your mother)

What you did was remind me of the time when I was about 4 years old. My brother and I ventured a bit further from the house than we normally did. we got lost (just out of sight of the house.) In despiration, we started calling for our mother. I will NEVER EVER forget that beatific smile of our mother as she came running to our rescue. LORD I miss her.

[Clarice]

Thanks guys.

With both of my parents gone now, lost dad 24 years ago last week, this has been the hardest Christmas season by far. So one of these nights when everyone is busy doing their own thing, I'll turn off the lights, turn on the Christmas tree lights and listen to Nat King Cole sing The Christmas Song (mom and dad's favorite, mine too) a few times and have a good cry.

[Craig]

Understood