LIST: Unique and thoughtful gifts that mom will love this Mother's Day
Mother's Day is on May 12. It goes without saying that you will give something to the beloved mother figures in your life.
But you ought to forget the usual suspects, i,e., the roses, the cake, the bag, the jewelry, the dress. While they're go-to foolproof gifts, you might want to be more creative and intentional with how you want to make this special day quite different from the other days of 2024.
Here's a list of thoughtful, unique gifts you may want to consider for the upcoming celebration.
Handwritten letter
Just what could possibly beat something that has existed around 500 BC? Certainly not a Facebook post, not an X mention, not an Instagram DM—nevermind the sweet or wacky selfies to boot.
The ever-classic handwritten letter carries effort, authenticity, and affection with every stroke of the pen—as long as the message isn’t all about asking for baon after the flatteries or a full transcription from ChatGPT.
More importantly, if it’s something you can easily write even for an ex filled with red flags, then all the more that you should do it for your dearest mom.
Q&A a Day: 5-Year Journal
This five-year journal (P961) would put your mom’s thinking and longhand skills to the test. Every day, it asks her questions—intriguing, off-center, philosophical—to welcome her lovely day if not precede her good night's sleep.
Her 1,825 unique answers to 365 questions over five years would definitely make her life more meaningful. YOLO, after all.
The hardcover and the gilded edges also make it durable and appealing, while the mini Bible dimensions make it handy and portable.
'OMG my mother was right about everything!' mug
Many a time, you made your mom the villain in your head. Whether she talks too much, dishes out unsolicited advice, or nitpicks everything but the kitchen sink, she’s a kontrabida to your view.
But after some solemn reflection if not a damning incident, her pronouncements and quirks would all make sense—though the feelings of resentment or pride may still remain.
What you should then do, unironically or otherwise, is get her this "OMG my mother was right about everything!" mug (P416) as a lasting reminder of that singular fact. And it would be the right thing.
Scented candle-making kit
She’s called “Ilaw ng Tahanan” for a reason.
Not only would it give mom a great hobby, but it would also make her own a fine creation—other than her children. The aroma and soft glow would surely be conducive, therapeutic, and homey.
Each DIY candle making kit (P699) comes with soy wax, vessels, wood wicks and tabs, fragrance oils, a digital thermometer, and a sticker pack. Other kits also have a melting pot, color dyes, and a candle stove.
Uninterrupted day
Now here's another thing that mom really needs—and wants.
Since it's her day, for the nth time, she might as well have an uninterrupted one at that. Wash the dishes, clean the house, cook the day's meal, do the grocery run—anything that would mean her doing no hardwork at all.
After all, she's been doing it for the most part of her life, so give it to her and let her watch Netflix in peace.
