Mother’s Day is on Sunday. You’re probably not going to see her, even if she’s in the same city—thanks for nothing, COVID! The good news is that buying a gift online has never been easier. So even if you’re cutting it close (ahem), you can still find something for Mom by Sunday. We have some ideas that will help you give the woman who gave you so much the recognition she deserves.
At Least Send a Card
During COVID, nobody wants to paw through stacks of cards at the drug store or grocery store. The ability to even look at cards in person is pretty limited right now if you live in Ontario. However, there are other ways to find a card for Mother’s Day.
The obvious answer is to shop online. Outer Layer is an example of a store that that specializes in cards and gifts and offers flat rate shipping or curbside pickup. If Mom lives outside the city, they have another brilliant option: hand-written cards delivered to your mother. Just peruse their vast greeting card selection online, pick the perfect sentiment, and let them know what message you want included. An employee will convey your well wishes and mail the card. We like the fact that it’s your voice in someone else’s handwriting. This perfectly-engineered option allows you to stay physically distanced while still wishing mom a happy Mother’s Day.
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Another route is to completely forgo the physical card and opt for an electronic card instead. The advantage here is that you can wait until the last minute and still get a card to Mom for Sunday. There are free and paid options, so truly something for every budget. Jacquie Lawson has what may be considered a traditional range of animated cards with lots of flowers, gentle woodland animals, and soothing music. Punchbowl is free and cards can be sent via text or email. You can also choose to order from well-known card companies such as Hallmark and American Greetings or create a more personalized video card. Basically, there’s no excuse to not at least send a card this Mother’s Day.
Flowers are Always Perfect
Flowers are a classic gift on Mother’s Day. You can pick some up at grocery stores, corner stores, and garden centres that remain open during the latest lockdown. Or you can use the tried-and-true flower delivery option. If you’re asking someone else to pick out and deliver a floral arrangement, look for a trusted florist with a good reputation. Nothing is more disappointing than paying a premium for a scraggly clutch of wilted flowers. If you’re in the Toronto area, this list is a good place to start.
For the Bookworm
What is it about moms that make us think of reading? With so much free time, a book is a great gift if your mom is a reader. If there isn’t a specific book you know she’d like, have a look at some best-seller list or staff recommendations. Still not sure if Mom would opt for fantasy, mystery, or biography? Give her a gift card and let her choose. Of course, there are big sellers such as Indigo, but there are also plenty of local bookstores you can support. Some offer delivery while others will do curbside pickup. Pair the book with something she can enjoy while reading—may we suggest chocolate?
Tech-Inspired Gifts
Even if your mom isn’t tech savvy, there are still techie gifts she may find useful. For example, a Tile Bluetooth tracker . Mom always kept track of all our stuff as kids, but somehow she could never find her car keys. Sound familiar? If so, you can gift her this tracker that clips onto a keychain. With the help of an app, she can ask her phone to find her keys. She can also use the Tile to find her phone. Win-win! Another high-tech, low investment gift is smart plugs. These easy-to-use converters can make her home smarter and more convenient than ever.
Ship it Now!
Chances are, you have an Amazon account. And given the situation during the pandemic, you probably upgraded to a Prime account. That means you can take advantage of the fastest shipping option for a last-minute Mother’s Day gift. Amazon Canada has a wide selection of food-focused gifts from chocolates to teas. If Mom’s spending more time at home, like the rest of us, send her a puzzle or game. Really, it just depends on what your mom likes because Amazon has pretty much anything you can imagine.
Send a Virtual Hug
Mom has always been there for you and the pandemic is no excuse to forget her on Mother’s Day. We do have one other suggestion that comes with a built-in excuse for late delivery. We talked about subscription boxes in a recent blog, and there is a huge variety to suit any mom. Depending on the delivery schedule of the box you choose, you may be able to tell her the gift doesn’t send until the end of each month. In the end, we bet Mom would be happy just to hear from you. Key West Video wants to wish all the moms out there a Happy Mother’s Day!
