This is the third reminder to have them finish their breakfast.
The project from school needs to be done.
The presentation for the next office meet is nearing the deadline
The screen time has again crossed the limit today.
The fancy breakfast is still on the to do list.

Amidst the torrid times, a typical day in a mom’s life might seem like this.

Things have got more than real.

When our whole world has come to a halt, she makes sure our lives keep going by her love.

She is playing the park buddy, the school teacher, the caregiver, the grandparent, the cook.
She is ensuring the kids are educated, disciplined and safe.
She is making sure that times are made fun and memories created.
She is handling Zoom calls and FaceTime playdates.
She is trying to mark the events and festivities by at home to-do’s.
She is handling the stark reality of being the frontline parent.
She is caring for the sick and the aging more diligently.
She is overwhelmed and time starved.
The already tough road has got even tougher.

Let’s raise a toast to all the mothers and tell her that she is doing her best. Let her not be daunted by the seemingly happy families to do’s. Let her know it’s okay to take pride in all the trivial things she does with her kids and tell the world about it. Let’s tell her not to be harsh on herself by being guilty of not doing something and end up being guilty of being guilty.

Let no pandemic be a barrier in showing love to our moms and make her day more special by may be—
a breakfast in bed or a sit-down-brunch,
a video chat that makes her giggle,
a homemade gift from the heart,
a decorated front door or porch from steamers or special signs,
a virtual tour to a garden or museum together,
a video with a special message,
a virtual slide show,
a handmade card of appreciation,
…and above all a day of uninterrupted sleep, no laundry, no dishes, no breaking up fights, no diaper changes and no waking up at nights.

Mothers love thoughtfulness. These little acts can do wonders for her and keep her going for the rest of her days. Let’s do our part and bring a cheer to every mom’s face.