Of course you should spend time with her. One of the greatest gifts a mother can receive is a coupon for a day off. Hubby takes the kids and head for the hills one morning. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Mom soaks in a hot tub, curls up by the fire with a good book, or invites a long-neglected friend over for lunch. Ahhhh .the sounds of silence.
Most communities have garden clubs or beautification committees.
Some sell trees and shrubs as a fundraiser. Buying a tree or plant for Mom, then planting it with her in the yard, is a fun activity to do with children and a lasting tribute. She and thousands of other moms will board buses with kids in tow and head to the nation s capital on May 13th in a mass show of support for tougher gun control laws. This is a good excuse to call Mom s mom or other far-flung relatives for details on the naughty escapades of her childhood or college adventures. Whether she s got a toddler or a teen, most mothers need and seldom get a night out.