All I want to do this year for Mother's Day is give my Mom a hug. She and my Dad are living in an assisted living residence in Burlington and have been on complete lockdown since early March. Not only can we not visit them, they can't even visit with the friends they've made at their residence; everyone is confined to their apartments. It's really hard for them, and for us.
I'm sure many of you are in a similar situation. I put together some ideas below for ways to share our love safely and meaningfully. (If your partner or kids are looking for ideas for you, share this list with them too!)
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GIFT IDEAS
For Moms Who Want to Take a Break from Cooking:
See our Family-Style Meal Take Out Guide
Also, other local options that are offering individual meals for take-out (currently no family-style meals):
- 110 Grill, Chelmsford (re-opening for take-out on May 5)
- Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant, Billerica
- Emerald Rose, Billerica
- Stelio's, Billerica
- Amici Trattoria, Chelmsford
- Fish Bones, Chelmsford
- Madras Grill, Chelmsford
- Moonstones, Chelmsford
- Rufina's, Chelmsford
- Filho's Cucina, Groton
- Gibbet Hill Grill, Groton
- Groton Publick House, Groton
- Great Road Kitchen, Littleton
- Anthony's Coal-Fired Pizza, Littleton
- Athenian Corner, Lowell
- Fuse Bistro, Lowell
- Cobblestones, Lowell
- El Potro Mexican Bar & Grill, Lowell
- Evviva Trattoria, Westford
- Capellini's, Tewksbury
- Cazadores Restaurante Mexicano, Tyngsboro
- TreMonte Pizzeria Restaurant, Tyngsboro
- Thai on the Fly, Westford
- Seoul Kitchen, Westford
or... For Moms Who Love to Cook
Kitchen Outfitters in Acton is open for pick-up. Call 978-263-1955 to discuss gift options or inventory, or order online and arrange shipping or pick-up.
For Moms Who Love Sweets:
Mrs. Nelson's Candy House in Chelmsford is taking online orders with curbside pickup
Sugar Coated Bakery in Dracut has special cookie sets and cakes for Mother's Day and any special day coming up. Offering pickup and shipping.
Crafts By Noelle, based in Lowell, offers arrangements and boxed of hand-dipped chocolate-covered items, including pretzels, Oreos, marshmallows and more. Shipping and local delivery available.
Edible Arrangements in Westford and Tewksbury offers pickup and delivery of dipped fruit, chocolates and more
Razzy's Bakery in North Billerica offers all kinds of sweet treats for pickup
Flowers and Outdoor Plants are Always a Beautiful Idea for Mom
Blossoms in Tyngsboro is delivering Mother's Day and other arrangements locally
Weston Nurseries in Chelmsford is open and offers drive-thru service
Mahoney's Garden Centers in Tewksbury and North Chelmsford are open (outdoor stores only)
For Moms Who Love Beautiful Things
The Artisans Exchange in Chelmsford carries unique and beautiful items from 80 artists. While the store is closed right now, you can call 978-717-9713 or email artisans.exchange@gmail.com and Eileen will help guide you to a selection that's right for you!
The Paper Store offers online shopping. Order by May 3rd for delivery by Mother's Day
The Butterfly Place in Westford is offering gift cards and shipping for the items in their online store
For Moms Who Love Pampering
A LipSense Lip Starter Kit is a special gift! Email Kathryn Johnson for information on ordering.
Pure Haven offers natural and non-toxic home and body care items. Visit http://www.nontoxicshirley.com/ and use party code 263291 at checkout.
OTHER IDEAS
Make a Craft for Mom
The kids can make one of these easy and special crafts for you or Grandma:
- A Dozen Rose Handprints for Mom
- Flower of Love
- Felt Flowers
- Butterfly Footprints
- Heart Garden Stake
- Stepping Stones
- May Flowers
Bring Mom Breakfast in Bed
Kids can help make a breakfast treat:
- Slow Cooker Breakfast Scramble
- Morning Glory Muffins
- Summer Berry Cream Muffins
- Blueberry Muffins
- Banana Crumb Cake Muffins
- French Toast Casserole
- Mini Pancake Kabobs
Make a Video
Tell Mom or Grandma all the cool things you love about her and share some stories and memories. She'll cherish this special message!
Drive-By Celebration
Do you have family that live locally? Arrange for all of you to drive by, or even stand outside and wave if there's a place to park.
Zoom In for a Chat
Set up a Zoom chat for the whole family. Even just a phone call with you and the kiddos is a wonderful way to connect!
Make an Art Project Together
Arrange to get pottery or paint kits from a local business (Magic Brush, Art Signals, Pinot's Palette) and work on them together over a FaceTime or Zoom call.
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