Thought that counts: Vosges 4-piece Truffle Collection. This pretty selection of exotic truffles is a lovely way to bring a little ‘zing’ to your amazing mom. (And at $10.50, it brings little sting to your wallet!)
Tip: The chocolate figs or exotic truffles are just the right amount of sweet—I might combine the sweet with a little good by purchasing a journal, album, or candle from the Global Exchange Fair Trade store.
Action Gifts.
Get mom moving and shaking in the ‘hood with a gift that shows your interest in her interests.
Brownie points: Wine-Tasting & Wine Classes. Find either a great wine-tasting event or a wine class in Mom’s hometown. If you’re not sure when she’ll be free, make a homemade gift certificate with her options, along with some print-outs of the research you’ve done, and give it to her along with your favorite bottle of vino tinto.
Thought that counts: Movie Tickets. If your mom prefers to watch the action on the big screen, get her a trip, or several trips, to the movies. If she’s a fan of the small screen in her living room, then get her a box of microwaveable popcorn and a subscription to Netflix!
Brownie points: Local Dance Classes. Mom will jump for joy and maybe even pirouette too when you sign the two of you up for salsa, belly dancing, or ballroom classes.
Thought that counts: Language Classes on CD. Maybe she regrets letting her French go, or she wants to pick up a few Italian phrases for her trip to Rome next year, or maybe you just know she’d love to learn something new. Whichever, they’re a nice way to say merci Maman!
Accessories.
Brownie points: Crystalyn Kae Hobo. Easy to use and hard to stop using—these bags are utterly timeless. Maybe you need matching mom-and-daughter bags?
Thought that counts: Gold Dot Cuff. Big bracelets are great for any age, and Mom will surely appreciate the affordable punch ($39) they pack into her outfits.
