via FlyPaper Magazine
Mother’s Day is here and it’s not a celebration for everyone. Although we all love the Mothers of the world, for the ones who don’t have a Mother, Mother’s Day can be a challenging day to get through.
The cards, the flowers and the balloons can be a painful reminder of the loss. And while everyone goes out to brunch with their Moms, all you have to savor are the bittersweet memories.
Well, have a moment if you need one. After you pause for the cause, consider some ideas that may improve the quality of the day, and even provide a little comfort.
• Talk to someone about your Mom. Your friends and family will understand. Losing your Mother is a good reason to be sad, and it’s ok to miss her.
• Get together with others you may know that also have suffered the loss of their Mother. Having someone who understands your pain completely has a unique comfort all of its own.
• Pay for a stranger’s lunch. When I was in college, I often fantasized about having the money necessary to take my Mom out. Now that the time is here but she isn’t, I decided that buying lunch or dinner for a stranger is something I want to do as a way to honor my Mother.
• Start a new tradition. Find something that you and your Mother enjoyed doing together and put a new twist on it. A new tradition can connect the past and present in a positive way and will serve as a courageous step in a forward direction.
• Do something for you. Mother’s Day may be a good day to take care of you. Schedule a manicure or a massage. Buy your favorite meal; watch a game, whatever helps you relax. Truth is your Mom would definitely approve of you loving yourself, and having a good day.
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the Mothers past and present.