Mother's Day Gift Ideas

My list is pretty insignificant this year.  You know, a Roomba, a comforter, and a new car.  All very reasonable Mother's Day gifts.  Seriously though, I need a new vehicle.  I drive a Mazda 6 that is ten years old.  It's not a horrible car, it's not in the best shape either.  I hit a dog a year ago (I know...) and the headliner has been thumb tacked after Brantley decided to pull on it last summer.  Not to mention, it's getting harder and harder to load two kids into a car after adjusting nicely to our SUV.  Although it feels like I just purchased this car yesterday, it was actually circa 2008 - pre-Craig and pre-kids - my first big purchase post college.  And crazily, I've been driving the ole Mazda for longer than what I drove my previous car (a purple Sunfire) - the car I drove all throughout high school and college!  Like I said, it's time for an upgrade.  I definitely don't expect one for Mother's Day, but I've been pestering Craig about needed a new vehicle and I know a replacement probably isn't too far into our future.  



Anyway, onto some more realistic ideas.  Theoretically speaking, use this as a "gift guide" for any modern day mama...however, I know someone who would be more than thrilled to receive any of the following items.  Also, Mother's Day is two weekends away, you know. ;)

iRobot Roomba - Leftover from my Christmas list, this thing will be on any and all wishlists from now until the moment I get one.  Two kids + a dog + hardwood floors = a serious need for one of these robots.

Patagonia Atom Sling - Aka a fanny pack.  It's true, I want a fanny pack.  I've wanted one for years.  I used to have a North Face Roo on my wishlist and when I finally decided to buy one, it had been discontinued.  Recently though, I've learned that Patagonia makes a similar style.  So of course, this tops my list.  I can already foresee summer adventures with the boys and this thing strapped to my fanny back.

7-Piece Comforter Set - Like everything else in our house that was purchased 5+ years ago, our current comforter (actually duvet cover) is red.  I'm. so. over. red.  I'm ready for a comforter/duvet cover that is light and bright.  I love this plain white option with the detail in the ruching.  If I don't get this for Mother's Day, I may go ahead and purchase it with our Amazon points.......
(Can I also mention that I'd love this headboard?!?!)

Flat Iron - This is the flat iron my hair dresser uses to add wavy curls to my hair.  I've tried to add similar curls with my $20 Target flat iron, but $20 just didn't do the trick.  I need a straighener that heats higher and has rounded edges.  I've never purchased a professional-grade flat iron, which is why it's so hard to pull the trigger and spend $100+.

Lightweight Tripod - There have been multiple occasions when I have wished for a tripod for my DSLR.  I have a smaller tripod but my DSLR is just too heavy for it.  This one has mixed reviews on Amazon, but it averages 4.5 stars in over 3000 reviews.  And since it's less than $25, it's worth a shot for as little as I'd use it!
(Side note: I should probably just purchase this myself.  Craig will never buy it for me, as he despises anything having to do with photo shoots.)

Wireless Remote for Canon DSLR - And if I get the tripod, I might as well get a remote control to aide in snapping photos!


What's on your Mother's Day wishlist this year?

14 comments:

  1. I like all of your Mother's Day wish list ideas. They are very practical and needed in my opinion. I actually have a list going up tomorrow. Figure I'd better give my hubby plenty of time to shop. :)

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  2. I like the idea of a new car for Mothers Day haha but it does sound like you guys will be in the market for one soon.
    Love the other options you posted!

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  3. I love all of these! That sling looks awesome! Ha ha, my hubby would probably never buy me a tripod either for the same reason. I really want a new diaper backpack instead of a bag, I need my arms free and hate when my bag is swinging side to side as I'm trying to get the kids in and out of the car or wherever.

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  4. Tim and I both had tiny cars when Mila was born (a Civic and an Impreza) and her car seat barely fit. Once she turned one, I bit the bullet and got myself an SUV. A few months later, Tim's car started going downhill. It needed a lot of (expensive) work. So now we have two car payments and it kind of sucks. But it's SO nice to actually have room in our cars now!! I love that comforter set - I was looking at something similar not too long ago! Great list!

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  5. Two weekends away?! I should probably get on my game! We have a universal remote for our camera. I l.o.v.e it!

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  6. Oh my goodness, once you buy a nice flat iron, you will never go back. SO worth it.

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  7. So funny that you have a car on your list! I'm not sure what's on my list yet!

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  8. I will need a new car very soon too! Ive been looking at the GMC Terrain - is that what's in your picture?
    Evelina @ Fortunate House

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  9. Not too much to ask at all--haha! A new car is really the least Craig could do ;) And that patagonia bag is super cute! I still use my roo from college, but that one seems like it would hold a little bit more! All good choices!

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  10. Get the flat iron I got! It's from Amazon and it's $35 and I love it! Best $35 I've ever spent :)
    And I want a roomba too! I wish they weren't so expensive. I would have bought one a while ago!

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  11. Yes to the roomba! Best thing ever and we bought one like 3 years ago!! And seriously I know you think I'm crazy- but minivan all the way. Everyday when I open the sliding doors and my kids run in and get in their car seats by themselves --- I get so happy! Especially 3 months from now when I'll be toting baby #3 in that hideous baby carrier 😉 Love all these!

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  12. New car, yes sign me up! :) But really I do want a Roomba so bad!!!

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  13. That ruffled bedspread is darling! All your wants are very practical, I appreciate that greatly lol.

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  14. Oooooh, nice! That bed look so cozy. Nathan wants a Roomba so bad. Why do they have to cost so much?

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