What's the nicest thing you've gotten for your mom?
With my first paycheck in the bank now, I want to get something nice for my mom, simply as a show of gratitude for everything she has done for our family. I would never have gotten to my current position without her support. What are some nice gift ideas from your perspectives?
Travelling experiences are out of the question due to a few health issues. If I could buy her health back, I would - so anything in that area could work. She's also down-to-earth and practical - we grew up lower-middle class, and she'd balk at anything "luxurious" eg jewelry. So what's something you've gotten for your mom that made her very happy or made an impact on her?
The gift of life.
After that my personal favorite is my inversion table (not the model pictured but close enough), that thing is a life saver and I use it at least 2-3x per day. Love it to death.
Edit: Realized I'm dumb and read the title as the nicest gift you've gotten FROM your mom. My mistake. Nicest thing I've gotten her was a new van a couple of years ago. Felt good to be able to buy her a big ticket item like that without a second thought.
You do conference calls upside down don’t you.
Call with prospects? No. Team meetings? Maybe...
I'm the nicest thing I've gotten for my mum
OP, you seem like a good guy. Props to you for doing something nice for your mum; it's a shame that not enough people in this world think like you do.
With my first sizable bonus, I want to buy my parents tickets for a luxury Caribbean cruise like they went on for their honeymoon. Ever since they went in 1994, they've always wanted to go back together, so that's what I'll do when I have the money. Otherwise, Mum's always wanted to own a Lincoln Navigator (she likes to sit up high when she drives) so I might get her one when money's flowing nicely. Dad's dream was always to own a 1963 Corvette Split-Window; he's been talking about them since before he was my age. Hopefully, I'll have enough money one day to get him one. (Much like its negative counterpart, financial appreciation can be a real kick in the ass.
In the nearer future, I've been thinking about having their wedding video converted to a more modern format. (1994 = videotapes.) Plus, even if we kept the videos on tape format, they'd be unwatchable after I take the Toshiba VCR and the Sony stereo when I move out. (I'm unapologetically obsessed with the 80s.)
The wedding video idea is fantastic. Props to you, that seems like a great gift. My parents have always valued sentimental things rather than monetary things (as I'm sure yours do as well), so this is an intriguing idea. I'd like to reward my own with something similar one day - I know their wedding is also on VHS. It was early tech then too, they got married in 1986 IIRC. Insane to think that it's almost been 40 years!
Thanks for your reply, man. I hope this idea can help everyone here think of something nice for their parents. In all honesty, I've suffered with a number of emotional and mental health issues since my childhood, and they've taken a significant toll on my family and I for many years. Although I can often be an arrogant prick when I deal with them, my mum and dad have supported me through thick and thin, good and bad, better and worse for my entire life, and, therefore, it's always important to let them know how priceless they are.
For all of you who read this post, please heed this advice: make some time to give your mum a call and tell her you love her. It doesn't cost a dime to put a gleam in her smile.
Nice bottle of wine, baguette, cheese, etc (OK, saw the French flag so this came to mind but obviously anything your mom would enjoy). Picnic with your mom and just catch up/talk about anything. Doesn’t need to be fancy (although Bordeaux won’t hurt) and it shows that you really appreciate your mom. Slowing down the pace of time and really listening is important imo. Any parent would love the opportunity to celebrate the success of their kids. Have fun!
I cooked a special dinner for my mom’s 80th birthday and bought some nice champagne. She’s 84 now and her dementia has gotten worse and I just try to be there for her when I can.
I'm glad you have such a special relationship with your mum, Isaiah. Some of my closest and most treasured relatives suffered with dementia and traumatic brain damage, among other issues, but we made sure that they always remembered how much they were loved, just like you've done with your mother. Sending much empathy to you and your family.
Thanks bro. Appreciate it.
I bought her a similar bike model to her childhood bike (it was custom made). Ended up having mechanical issues and she barely used it but she appreciated the gesture. I believe that was around $600.
Id qui omnis animi. Rem et repudiandae provident laborum. Sapiente cupiditate molestiae saepe qui nam necessitatibus id.
Eum et veniam optio et provident quo. Ex magni laboriosam voluptas nulla.
Sit quia quia qui id et doloribus. Soluta unde quisquam sed ab quasi cum optio. Ea aut harum quam blanditiis incidunt consectetur quas. Unde magni sed corrupti commodi voluptas.
Tempora ab aliquid quia asperiores dolore officia sed voluptas. Dolores facere sit sapiente corporis sit deserunt sapiente. Et ea aut sint non.
See All Comments - 100% Free
WSO depends on everyone being able to pitch in when they know something. Unlock with your email and get bonus: 6 financial modeling lessons free ($199 value)
or Unlock with your social account...