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Fun Facts Blog: How to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Naples

Quote:

God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers. – Rudyard Kipling

Commentary:

Mother’s Day is one of those days that should be celebrated every day of the year! Mothers are definitely God’s outstretched hand on earth to help nurture those in their care. We chose this precious quote from Rudyard Kipling because of Kipling’s unique childhood and outstanding works of children literature. Most people have heard of Kipling’s works, especially his famous Jungle Book, but many don’t know about his neglected childhood. Kipling’s parents sent him and his sister to boarding school for six years. The widow who took care of him would beat him and eventually caused him to suffer a nervous breakdown. After this incident, his mother returned from India to care for him. We probably all have a story or two of why we share such an amazing bond with our mothers. Even if the bond comes and goes, there’s still a bond that is unique for every mother and child.

For this Mother’s Day, let’s celebrate our moms by giving them the gifts of shopping, relaxation, some time to herself, and homemade gifts. First, relieve her of all her normal daily chores – dishes, laundry, cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning, etc. Second, let her do something just for herself – like get a mani/pedi, go shopping alone, go for a walk, or take a yoga class.

A gift card to Millstead Boutique in the Pavilion Shopping Center would definitely be a sure win to bring mom a smile. Their clothing store brings fashion-forward apparel for both women and children. Check out the outfit below – perfect for hot summer days in Naples!

Third, give her the gift of relaxation at Woodhouse Day Spa (see Mother’s Day Special by Albanis Law), a nap, or a hotel stay to herself. If you are looking for a fun homemade gift, consider making mom bath bombs for at-home relaxation. You know your mom best, so choose the perfect gift that fits her personality.

If you are in Naples for Mother’s Day, taking mom out for a special brunch, lunch, or dinner would definitely be a nice treat. Many restaurants will have Mother’s Day specials and others will take reservations. For other activities during the week, the Naples Kidz calendar lists a variety of activities – from crafts to picnics to tea parties to free admissions! See the list below.

👠 Mother’s Day Make & Take at the Estates Branch Library – May 6 from 10-7 pm

👠 Mother’s Day Make & Take at the Naples Regional Branch Library – May 8 from 11-1 pm
👠 Mother’s Day Picnic at the East Naples Branch Library – May 9 from 10:30-11:30 am
👠 Free Admission for Moms with Paid Child at the Zoo – May 10-12
👠Celebrate Moms at the Venetian Shops – May 11 from 12-3 pm
👠 Mother’s Day Tea Party at Vineyards Park – May 11 from 10-12 pm
👠 Mother’s Day Craft & Treats at the Headquarters Branch Library May 11 – from 2-3 pm
👠 Mother’s Day Card Making at the Golden Gate Branch Library – May 11 from 2-4 pm

👠 Free Admission for Moms and Grandmothers at the Naples Botanical Gardens – May 12

This Mother’s Day is particularly special for our family. This is the first Mother’s Day that I’ve been able to spend with my own mother in about 3 years. We live in different states, so I normally send her flowers, a card, and a gift card to her favorite clothing store. It never quite feels the same because I’m not seeing her in person. So this year, I’m so excited to share some great quality time together, buy her a delicious bag of Naples’ local Banyan & Bean Roasting Co. coffee, and buy her BeautyCounter safe skin care products. In addition to Mother’s Day, she is visiting for a few days because we are expecting our fourth child any day now. Meeting her new grandson will definitely be the icing on the cake for her (and my) Mother’s Day.

As a special tribute to her mother (my grandmother), I plan to take her to the Naples Botanical Gardens – free for all moms and grandmothers on May 12 – since she’s never been there during one of her visits to Naples. I know that she will enjoy the peacefulness of the gardens and watching her grandchildren play in the Smith Children’s Garden. Most of all, I know that it will remind her of her own mother, who died several years ago and whose birthday is just a few days after Mother’s Day (May 14). My grandmother planted the most elaborate of gardens every year. In the back of her yard, she planted the largest vegetable garden one family could ever harvest, canning many of the vegetables that would feed her family of seven children throughout the winter. Her front yard boasted a strawberry patch and watermelon garden, enjoyed by her many grandchildren who loved to help pick the delicious berries and slice the enormous watermelon in July for our family’s annual fish fry. Along her fourth-mile long driveway, she would also plant a variety of annuals and perennials that could have easily been featured in a Better Home and Gardens magazine.

I can’t wait to spend the day with my mother at the Naples Botanical Gardens, relax with her over some amazing locally brewed coffee, and share some great first memories with her new grandson. Happy Mother’s Day – to all those women who do their best to be the mom God has called them be! Let’s show our moms just how much we love and appreciate them – not just this Sunday, May 12 but every day!

Kandice Pryor

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