MAY FUN AND MOTHER'S DAY EDITION
- Dawn Shannon
- May 11, 2018
- 6 min read
Ahhh, so good old Mother's Day is upon us. Are you prepared? If not, here are a few things to help you out. Ready? Let's begin..
MOTHER'S DAY RECIPES/THINGS TO COOK UP TO IMPRESS YOUR LOVED ONES:
Once again, Buzzfeed does a great job of compiling recipes for us to enjoy. I have posted the link and a few of my faves from the article.
25 Epic Mothers Day Brunch Recipes
2. Kale, Mushroom, and Leek Savory Bread Pudding
I would probably replace the kale with spinach, since I like kale as much as I would like having a root canal. Yet, I digress, here's the link the the recipe:
3. Lemon Raspberry Dutch Baby
This sounds SUPER yummy! Just imagine it with a nice cup of tea or coffee...You're imagining it, aren't you?
Here's the link: http://vanillaandbean.com/lemon-raspberry-dutch-baby/
5. Caprese Frittata
I LOVE making Frittatas! They're super easy, super simple, and super delicious. What more can you ask for?
6. Burrata Breakfast Pizza
If you've seen my Facebook page, you know my love for Breakfast Pizza. Sounds crazy? It isn't. Give pizza for breakfast a chance, you'll never go back to eating just eggs again.
Here's the link: http://www.howsweeteats.com/2016/03/burrata-breakfast-pizza/
8. Strawberry Nutella French Toast
What is it about chocolate and strawberries that is so damned sexy!?!!
Here's the link (read on while I wipe drool off my computer screen):
10. Goat Cheese, Spinach, and Sun Dried Tomato Quiche
Having quiche makes me feel like "Little Miss Fancy Pants". It's also REALLY good.
Here's the link: http://sallysbakingaddiction.com/2016/03/11/goat-cheese-spinach-sun-dried-tomato-quiche/
12. Savory Breakfast Pan
I'm a big fan of one pan dishes, and this recipe sure does the job.
Here's the link: http://www.spoonforkbacon.com/2016/02/savory-breakfast-pan/
23. Sweet Potato Chorizo Hash
Chorizo, chorizo, chorizo! Sorry, I got excited. If you haven't tried chorizo, you should really give it a whirl.
HOW TO CELEBRATE MOTHER'S DAY WHEN YOUR MOTHER IS NO LONGER HERE:
Mother's Day is a wonderful day to celebrate all mothers. However, no one really addresses what it is like to celebrate when your mother has passed on/is deceased.
Here are a few tips for anyone who has lost their mother, but still wants to celebrate and honor her memory.
Here is a Bustle article and my fave tips are posted below the link...
How To Celebrate Mother's Day If Your Mother Has Passed Away, From Someone Who Has Been There
Every time I see an advertisement for Mother's Day, I tend to cringe — not because this is a day to shill flowers and jewelry to show mom how much she really means, but because it's a reminder that my own mother isn't around anymore. Celebrating Mother's Day when your Mom is no longer alive is always difficult, and will always be difficult, no matter how many people tell you that it'll get easier. In fact, my grieving comes and goes, which makes me kind of a pain in the ass to be around if there's any sort of trigger. One huge trigger? Those aforementioned Mother's Day ads.
My mom passed away more than 10 years ago, and unfortunately missed a lot of my big events — graduating from college, actually getting a real boyfriend, and eventually marrying that boyfriend. Even though it seems cliche to hear "Oh, she was definitely there during that stuff," I totally did feel a presence. Even stupid stuff, like lingering over something that reminded me of my mom for a second or two longer than usual, was comforting to me. As someone who isn't truly sure on her opinions on what happens after you die, these reminders mean even more, since I wasn't necessarily looking for them. They just kind of happened.
Since I suffered the loss at a pretty young age (it was right before I turned 20), I tried to be a constant support system to the friends and acquaintances who happened to find themselves in the same unfortunate situation during the passing years. After all, that's what truly helped me shortly after it happened — friends who knew exactly how it felt, and offered healthy ways on how to cope.
1. Reach out to other mother figures
Whether it's your mother-in-law, your best friend's mom, or even your dad, it'll make you feel good to share Mother's Day with someone. Chances are, you have a lot of family members who are thinking of your mom right as we speak. After all, she helped raise a pretty amazing kid.
3. Hang out with your siblings
If you don't get a lot of chances to reconnect with your brothers and sisters, consider going out for a drink. (I'd say dinner, but places might be packed and somewhat sad to witness. This is a good beverage holiday, either alcoholic or non-alcoholic.) It's what Mom would have wanted. Plus, you'll be spending time with someone who knows exactly how you're feeling right now.
Make sure to state your intent before going out, by saying something like, "I want to spend some time with you, and maybe share some good Mom memories." Otherwise, your sibling might be a bit blindsided, especially if they have trouble opening up.
#4 is my personal fave...
4. Pick up a hobby or craft she was into
If your mom was crafty or enjoyed a particular hobby, consider giving it a try. For example, if she was into tennis and your eye-hand coordination made you fearful of ever trying it, get out of your comfort zone and hit the courts one day. You never know — perhaps the skill is actually genetic.
Knitting, cooking, piano, or even hitting up the library to read a book in a new environment? They're all better activities than feeling sad indoors, and it's a great way to honor your mom.
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