Listeners of NPR recount their most cherished Mother's Day presents
Rewritten Article:
Mother's Day Happenings: Heartwarming Tales of Unconventional Gifts 💐🎁
Eager to dish about Mother's Day? Here's a lowdown on some unique and heartwarming ways people have celebrated their beloved moms, based on tales spun by NPR listeners.
Host STEVE INSKEEP:
Let's dive in with a story from Gay Prater in Lake Wales, Florida. You see, Gay's kids had flown the coop, leaving their mom feeling a bit lonely on Mother's Day. But a stranger's kindness turned her frown upside down. While at a restaurant, Gay asked the waitress for the check. She replied, "Oh, the gentleman who sat at that table over there – he's already left – paid your check." The mystery man was around her children's age and Gay couldn't help but imagine he might be missing his own mom, just like she was missing hers.
Host MICHEL MARTIN:Laura Atkins residing in South Bend, Indiana, experienced frustration on several Mother's Days, so she decided to craft her own solution. She started the practice of "Mother's Day do-overs," where she'd treat herself to a day out or a gathering with friends. One particularly fun time was a trip to an amusement park with another disappointed mama, creating a joyous day together.
Now on to Lynn Comer, who dwells in Mount Prospect, Illinois. A thoughtful act from a work colleague touched her deeply. On Mother's Day, the colleague, knowing they were adopting, sent a kind text wishing her a memorable Mother's Day. Although they wouldn't meet their son until several months later, Lynn cherished the thoughtfulness behind the message and the tears it inspired.
Mary Janisk, hailing from Los Angeles, shares a lovely tale about a frugal but meaningful gift. Mary had gone back to school, leaving her mom in Arkansas for Mother's Day. Still, she managed to send her a gift- a homemade margarita in a thermos. Her mom's gratitude and joy over the phone lingered in Mary's memory long after she passed away.
Amy Hill, dwelling in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, cherishes her personal time yet, as a new mom, found it scarce. One thoughtful gift she received was a weekend getaway at Cape May all for herself. Filled with walks on the beach, reading, journaling, prayers, and sleep-ins, Amy felt rejuvenated upon returning home.
Lastly, we have Nancy Sage, who lives in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Her husband bought her a handy dolly, perfect for garden work and other weighty tasks. This practical gift became a beloved companion, offering countless hours of assistance with household chores. While not typically considered a Mother's Day gift, this sturdy helper brought smiles to Nancy's face time and time again. 🚧🚧
STEVE: What's the purpose of these people giving gardening equipment as gifts?
MICHEL: Well, Steve, let's not ignore the beauty of chocolate... 🍫😉
STEVE: (Laughter) Ah, I see. A word about cocoa then.
MICHEL: Got it. No garden tools please, Steve! 😜
STEVE: (Laughter) Understood. Chocolate – acknowledged! 💪💕
MICHEL: Thank you for listening, and happy Mother's Day to all the beautiful moms out there. Remember, think beyond the traditional presents for unforgettable Mother's Days! 💐💕💖
- Incorporating elements of home and garden into her lifestyle, Nancy Sage from Charlestown, Massachusetts, found a unique and endearing Mother's Day gift in a handy dolly, which turned out to be an inspiring companion for her gardening endeavors and household chores.
- Disregarding the conventional fashion-and-beauty ideas, Mary Janisk opted for a memorable and frugal Mother's Day gift when she sent her mother in Arkansas a homemade margarita in a thermos on a day she had to miss spending time together in person.
