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| Editor's Note: If you would like to submit a question to Deborah, email info@athenamagazineforgirls. com with "Dear Deborah" in the subject line. Not all questions can be answered, however, if your question is chosen, only your first name, age, and state will be published. Dear Deborah, I want to do something nice for my mom for the holidays. She works really hard. What do you think I should do? ~ Melissa, 15, California Dear Melissa, What a nice idea! I suppose there are a few ways to go about this. (a) The traditional gift—give her something she has always wanted or could use (i.e. dvd’s to her favorite sitcom or a bottle of perfume). Generally speaking I’d steer clear of appliances. (b) The gift of time—either give her some of yours (i.e. take her out to lunch or for a walk in the park) or do something that will give her some extra time (i.e. offer to cook some portion of the meals , help her with her holiday gift wrapping or babysit your siblings). (c) The gift of relaxation—breakfast in bed, manicures (maybe you could do them together). (d) The gift of fun—do something out of the ordinary. Treat her to bowling or the movies (all inclusive with subs and popcorn). (e) Give her a sentimental memory—take her to visit an old friend /relative or get a photographer to take a family portrait. If you’re technically savvy, make a home video roasting your mother with interviews of friends and family. Anything you do will be appreciated I am sure. As they say, it’s the thought that counts…I think that’s really true as far as moms are concerned. Hope that helps! ~ Deborah |
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