history: My mom made a chocolate cake the other day and it reminded me of one I had at my 8th birthday party. My mom made a chocolate cake the other day and it reminded me of the one I had at my 8th birthday party. Aw_comma_ good on her. I bet she knew exactly how it would make you feel_comma_ too. Things people do personally themselves always have the better result.
current: I agree, it really took me back.
next: Now it's your turn! Surprise her with something that will remind her of something special too. People hate to hear it, but our parents are only with us for so long, and when they're gone we have so many regrets. Use that as a motivator