Mothering on the Edge

Thursday, May 11, 2006

Thirteen BAD Mother's Day Gifts

So, this is a joint effort between me and Sassy. She has a companion TT that I will link to as soon as it's up. Feel free to comment with the worst mother's day gifts you've ever received.


Thirteen Things you Should NEVER give for Mother's Day
  1. Anything from Victoria's Secret. Only possible exception is for the mother of your children. Yes, we know they sell cosmetics, clothing and other items, but let's face it...it's a lingerie store. Nothing says unresolved Oedipal issues more than the pink striped bag.
  2. Kentucky Fried Chicken is trying to make a Mother's Day plug. Don't fall for it, people! This is the same as saying "Wow, Mom, you're so fat...what's one more bucket of lard?" If your mom loves KFC and you're having a Mother's Day picnic, great. Bring the chicken and flowers, but don't you dare count that as a gift.
  3. Household appliances, repairs or items. For example, a new toilet is not a mother's day gift. Neither is a refrigerator, a new toaster or replacing something you broke. If Mom asked for a new fridge or toaster, that's ok. And a whole new kitchen will work.
  4. Wierd stuff off ebay. Really, it's too late for Ebay. Just don't.
  5. Bath salt sets - these are generic, and way too easy. it SEEMS like a good idea, but seriously, most women have 3 or 4 of those below their bathroom counter, gathering dust. if you're going to buy a bath related item (beware!), make sure she likes the scent and actually has USE for the item(s). some women love baths. some, not so much.
  6. Personal Hygiene Items, i.e. deoderant, nose & ear hair trimmers, gym memberships...anything that implies she is not clean, thin and utterly gorgeous.
  7. bowling balls. especially if she doesn't bowl and you DO. duh. also, if you like cars, don't buy her tires or whatever.
  8. Handmade gifts are actually GOOD, provided they are thought out and not last minute. You know that thing women always say about the thought being what counts? Think! Spend some time on it.
  9. Ditto on letters. Time and thought count. Cards do not count unless they are handmade and you are under age 12.
  10. Joke gifts. We know you think you're funny. 363 days out of the year, we humor you. Please, give us Mother's Day off.
  11. Anything you buy from a gas station. You're better off giving nothing. REALLY.
  12. Inappropriate jewelry. Hearts with diamonds, bling that reads: MOM, and the ever-popular mother's necklaces with little people. Each of these will thrill some mothers, and make others cry...in the bad way. Really, if you're not SURE she will love it, don't give it. If you are sure she will love it, consult one of her (female) friends or relatives before purchase. Really.
  13. Nothing. Please, don't do this. She loves you! If that's not enough, we'll pull out the big guns...guilt! Do something. Sit down and write a letter telling her what a great mom she is. Help the kids make a card. Please...for humanity's sake.

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