A few years ago, I started doing my own Mother’s Day activities on a different day.

That might mean that I spend my Saturday reading and relaxing and having good snacks and then spend Mother’s Day itself celebrating my Mom and my MIL.

Or it might mean celebrating them on Mother’s Day and then having my celebrations the next weekend.

Ever since I decided on this plan, Mother’s Day has been a lot easier.

Previously, especially when my kids were small, I would be trying to cram all my fun and relaxation into the nooks and crannies of the day.

I’d end up feeling hurried and frustrated and not at all relaxed.

That is not a celebratory mood.

So, this system makes for a better day all around.