{"id":4285,"date":"2016-05-06T07:00:01","date_gmt":"2016-05-06T14:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodshop.com\/blog\/?p=4285"},"modified":"2021-05-11T18:10:31","modified_gmt":"2021-05-11T18:10:31","slug":"10-mothers-day-activities-that-dont-involve-brunch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.goodsearchcorp.com\/10-mothers-day-activities-that-dont-involve-brunch\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Mother\u2019s Day Activities That Don\u2019t Involve Brunch"},"content":{"rendered":"

With Mother\u2019s Day just around the corner, you might have brunch and flowers on the brain. As gifts go, many moms are just happy you remembered. This year, surprise her with a new twist. Consider options outside the breakfast-in-bed box. Appeal to her smart, savvy side, and let her know how much her unique personality means to you.<\/p>\n

Here are a few nontraditional Mother\u2019s Day<\/a> activities to break the brunch mold.<\/p>\n

1. Volunteer<\/h2>\n

At Goodshop<\/a>, we\u2019re all about giving back<\/a>. There\u2019s no better way to say thanks than by helping those who need an extra hand. Spend the morning at a beach cleanup or socializing kittens at the local shelter. You could lend a hand at a women\u2019s home, or gather clothes and household items for donation.<\/p>\n

2. Work Out + Wine Tasting<\/h2>\n

Start the day with a walk, hike, bike, or swim. Get sweaty at SoulCycle or lean and mean at barre. The important part of this shared activity is sweat! Once you\u2019re done glistening, shower up and spend the afternoon wine tasting. If you live in an area with abundant vineyards, take a tour. If not, buy a few bottles<\/a> of different varietals and set up in your kitchen with a platter of cheese and chocolate.<\/p>\n

3. Plant Something<\/h2>\n

Even apartment-dwelling moms can enjoy fresh plant life! If you\u2019re stuck for space or good lighting, consider building a succulent garden<\/a>. Advanced DIYers can go for the full-on succulent wall<\/a>. If you have a yard, build a raised vegetable box or add some shade-happy flowers around tree bases. Home Depot<\/a> is a great resource, not only for buying plants and flowers, but also for picking up some helpful gardening tips!<\/p>\n

4. Build a Website<\/h2>\n

Maybe you have tech wizardry and your creative mom wants a digital portfolio. Or perhaps she\u2019s the tech wiz and you\u2019re looking to start an online business. Put your heads together, brainstorm a killer domain name<\/a>, and get the website party started.<\/p>\n

\"blog-post-mothers-day-launch-store-01a\"5. Launch an Online\u00a0Store<\/h2>\n

If a website is more than you need or want, Etsy<\/a> and eBay<\/a> might be right up your alley. If you have something to sell, you can set up a store in an afternoon. As a team, you\u2019ll take perfect pictures, craft inspired descriptions, and start to make your mark in the world of online selling.<\/p>\n

6. Have a Picnic<\/h2>\n

For those who\u2019d rather unplug, pack a basket (or backpack) and hit a grassy knoll. Bring gourmet sandwiches, sparkling drinks, good cheese, and easy fruit like grapes and strawberries. Add a blanket, real plates and silverware<\/a>, and cloth napkins. \u00a0Williams Sonoma<\/a> and\u00a0Cost Plus World Market<\/a>\u00a0have\u00a0<\/span>some great picnic baskets and supplies, as well as gourmet food.\u00a0<\/span>For an extra-luxe touch, include pillows to lie on while you find shapes in the clouds.<\/p>\n

7. Make a Book<\/h2>\n

No need to write a novel, although that would be impressive. Instead, make a scrapbook<\/a> of your shared story.\u00a0<\/span>Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts<\/a>\u00a0and Michael’s<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>both have great deals on scrapbooking supplies\u00a0and unique, crafty finds.\u00a0<\/span>Include photos, quotes, and mementos like ticket stubs. Decorate it in a way that screams \u201cyou,\u201d and you\u2019ll have a book that will always be a bestseller \u2014 in your hearts.<\/p>\n

8. Make Music Together<\/h2>\n

If you have even the smallest amount of musical skill, get strumming. Playing together can be one of the most rewarding ways to spend time. Don\u2019t have any instruments<\/a>? Improvise with vocals and make any object your drum.<\/p>\n

9. Listen to an\u00a0Audiobook<\/h2>\n

This one’s for the bookworms. Ever notice how hard it is to talk about a book with someone who hasn\u2019t finished it yet? Get on the same page by starting in the same place. Put in an audiobook<\/a>\u00a0for a long drive while you listen, share over Skype<\/a>, or laze around on the couch and let the story transport you both.<\/p>\n

10. Take an Online Course Together<\/h2>\n

Learning together never gets old. Stay young by taking an online course in something you\u2019d like to learn or improve. Try Lynda.com<\/a> and Udemy<\/a> for business and tech, or The Great Courses<\/a> for history, fine arts, and more. Take an online marketing class, or learn how to use Photoshop. Experiment with online cooking lessons, or learn how to meditate. The world is yours, and it\u2019s even better when you explore it\u00a0together.<\/p>\n

Also,\u00a0if you plan to do any, or all of your shopping online for these out-of-the-box Mother\u2019s Day ideas, be sure to add\u00a0<\/span>Gumdrop<\/a>\u00a0to your browser<\/span>\u00a0first. It automatically finds and tests coupon codes for you, then applies the best savings to your cart at checkout. No reason to waste time searching for savings when you could be spending time\u00a0planning all the fun things you’ll be doing on this special day!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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