Like a good child, I called my mom tonight to wish her a happy birthday. Of course, at this late hour, I think I was likely the last one to call but you know what they say about saving the best for last, right?
Actually I had Carter dial up. Mom answers and he says: “Hey, birthday girl! Or should I say birthday grandma?” Just like Daddy, he sure can charm with the best of them.
We’ll be seeing my folks and my entire family this coming weekend for our annual Easter Egg Hunt, to celebrate Mom’s birthday (and Angie’s and Liana’s, too), party because my niece Beth is home ... and show off my Texas tan.
So I asked Mom what she wanted for her birthday. My mother is always predictable about this question. I knew she’d say, “A clean house and good kids.” And she did not fail me. I, however, declined to offer cleaning their house but I’m sure I’ll be on my best behavior. (Does that count as half a gift?)
Buying gifts for people in their 70s is pretty tough. They certainly have (or should have) everything they need. And my mom even said that. I asked, “How about something you want, not need? Anything for gardening? Maybe a favorite restaurant?” She said they sure like dining out when they can – especially those 2-for-1 deals at casinos. Though she admitted tonight that “You know, you end up putting your savings into the machines anyway.” Oh really? I’m so glad she has figured this out by age 76. (Yes, I am the sarcastic daughter.)
To her credit, she probably figured it years ago but just continues to test the theory. Heck, when I’m 76 I hope I can have just as much fun, throwing caution to the wind, and have everything I need, including a clean house and kids!
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I picked this article up through my GOOGLE alerts for Mother's Day gifts. It is true that when we get older, we've owned it all. I should know. I live in a Senior High rise in Minneapolis. I create things for disabled and senior persons. Mobility is a problem.
I created Awesome gift Boxes in Wood with seeds and jewelry in them. Then I created custom Clock faces that the children can all be on. I created Wrapping paper you print out on a computer. I created web sites to sell single giftwraps they can download and print. our Senior high rise is getting a Computer for the seniors.
I sent Mom a text message. Just kidding! :)
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