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Life as a mother goes fast. We’re constantly rushing from one task to the next and suddenly the days have turned into years and our babies are in middle school.
We moms truly do battle to get 5 minutes for ourselves. Even when we do have time “for ourselves”, it often is still somehow related to work or our kids. It really can be a struggle to make enough time for ourselves each day.
One of the times when I like to take a few moments each morning to relax is while I drink my cup of coffee. I wait to enjoy my coffee until I get back home after dropping the kids off at school.
As I scoop the coffee grinds into the machine, I pause and take in a deep breath of the aroma.
When the coffee has brewed, I add some milk, stevia and a little cocoa.
And then I sit back and savour a few moments of calm before I start my work.
I imagine many moms are like me and use the short break of a cup of coffee as a mini escape from the stresses and demands all around us.
But our special day is right around the corner… it’s better than a birthday… it’s Mother’s Day!!!
And it’s our turn to slow down and savour many more moments than usual.
Win a Basketful of Coffee Treats
So to celebrate slowing down and savouring some peace and quiet, we’re partnering with Melitta to give one of our Canadian readers a lovely gift basket full of coffee treats including Melitta coffee tins, single serve coffee cups, pour overs, filters, and coffee mugs.
We want to hear from you… how do you usually spend your time on Mother’s Day? What are your plans for this Mother’s Day? What will you do to slow down and enjoy time for yourself on May 8th?
Leave us a comment and enter to win at the bottom of this post.
Do You Know The Story of Melitta Bentz?
I found the story of Melitta to be fascinating…
In 1908, coffee was brewed by boiling coffee grounds in a cloth bag tied with string. The coffee was cloudy and bitter with an oily residue. Then a Dresden housewife named Melitta Bentz decided to find a way to make ‘clean’ coffee.
She led the creation of a two-part filter with a brass pot punctured with several holes, and a piece of blotter paper from her son’s schoolbook. This was the precursor to the modern automatic drip coffeemaker. Melitta Bentz’s cone pour-over system is still viewed by many coffee aficionados as the best way to make great coffee.
Melitta Bentz’s innovation led to the establishment of the Melitta Bentz Coffee Company.
Comfort Coffee Recipe
Coffee is a grown-up’s comfort food, but this tasty drink satisfies your child-like sweet tooth along with your grown-up coffee craving.
You’ll find this recipe and others for hot and cold coffee beverages as well as desserts and savory recipes on the Melitta Canada website.
Chocolate on Chocolate Caffè
Serves: 1
Steps:
Spoon the chocolate syrup into a large 12-ounce mug.
Brew a 5-ounce cup of Melitta European Dark Roast coffee.
Carefully place the scoop of ice cream in the coffee, sprinkle with the chocolate shavings and serve.
Ingredients:
Create chocolate shavings by running a sharp-bladed vegetable peeler over one side of a small semisweet candy bar. Store any unused chocolate in a self-sealing plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
- 5 oz of Melitta European Dark Roast coffee
- 1 scoop chocolate fudge ice cream
- 1 tablespoon semisweet chocolate shavings
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Jaime Cummings says
Our tradition the last few years has been to go to a Mother’s Day brunch. My mom appreciates even the smallest gestures but I prefer to go all out for her. I love buying her gifts, taking her out and spending the whole day together.
toni v says
I usually spend Mother’s Day with Family. This Mother’s day I will be running a 10k, enjoying a brunch out with family, then spending time in the garden (weather pending!)
Jessica Kaufman says
My plans this mother’s day is to have a brunch at home and then go swimming in our pool.
angie p says
My family and I have lunch with my parents. Tomorrow we’ll be going out for lunch. 🙂
Terry Cross says
We usually go out to eat
Elizabeth R says
A nice brunch out on Mother’s day is always popular.
Dorothy Deakyne says
I am going to Church on Mothers Day
Caryn Coates says
My mom is here for the weekend so just going to hang out with her and the kids:)
Robin says
We usually take my Mom out for dinner.
Penny Snyder says
I usually spend time with my family. This year, our son is taking me out to eat – my choice!!
Melissa C says
My boys are super excited to pamper mom! They are 10 & 7. I will be spending Mother’s Day with first hot coffee and breakfast in bed, than my boys have planned a special treat to share with me. Later we will enjoy dinner with my family, hubbys mom and my mom and after that family game night!
Tina W says
We usually spend the day in my mother-in-law’s garden, planting a new fruit tree and getting every thing cleaned up after the winter.
Eugenia Hall says
For the past few years my husband and I have kept our usual volunteer shift with a local charity that serves lunch to the Homeless and food-insecure in a nearby city every Sunday. My Mom will probably also help the charity with food prep, and we’ll help with standing on the street corner and serving it. So no fancy dinner, no special event, just us doing what she raised me to do. I did send her flowers though so its not like we don’t celebrate.
allison says
We usually go to a nice seafood restaurant! Thanks so much for the chances to win.
Kim Keithline says
I usually try to do as little as possible! This mothers day my kids are taking me at for brunch
aubrey says
My kids usually bring me breakfast in bed.
Laurie W. says
I usually have a pretty regular day on Mother’s Day except I usually get taken out for dinner.
Donnas says
I occasionally get breakfast in bed (from my boyfriend); my family is grown. We might also go out for dinner. But mostly for me it’s just another Sunday.
Kristi C says
I spend the day with my children and husband. We go hiking or to a movie if the weather is bad. Later, we have a cookout at the house.
Eileen Richter says
Church AM, then go to see either my mom or husbands. Then get together for a cookout at our house for dinner. This year he is going to see his mom, whom is very sick. I am going to see my mom who is very sick. One child is in another state, one is up north, one is working, another taking off for their own mothers day weekend, another is in finals for his freshman year and the other is a mom doing online school and she is going to be working on that. So. I might go fishing. We will probably celebrate the following weekend. For us, the older moms of the families get attended to first…well, out of respect and sadly the fact that their mothers days may be limited. We want to spend all the time we can with them!
Sandra S says
Nothing special, since I’m not a mom and my mom lives far away, I have no plans
Richard Hicks says
instagram id is gmrich22
Anne Taylor says
My daughters and I will visit my mom’s resting place and then all go for a lovely lunch on the waterfront!
S. Jackson says
I will spend Mothers Day by taking my Mom and Grandma for a nice dinner and talk about memories of the past and present!
susan smoaks says
this year i plan to have a nice quiet day at home with my family. we’ll see what the day brings.
vera says
We have dinner and relax.
KellyPC says
We’re having a Mexican themed party in the backyard!
Katie K says
I always take my mom out for dinner on Mother’s Day
Viv Sluys says
We normally go for a hike for Mother’s day. This year my husband and I are trying to out-do each other on Mother’s day because it is also his birthday so he is planning to try to make it all about me but I’m planning to make it all about him. We’re both really looking forward to it!
Christy E says
We usually spend mothers day with my sister, gram and mom. We go out for a nice brunch and spend the day together. That is the plan for this year as well!
krystyl olson says
we always do the mmulti-generational thing, where we take my mom (kids Nana) out and do something with all of us. Aquarium was a TOTAL HIT. we all loved it. we usually at least to lunch, this year, we’re doing Pedicures and then the beach!
wobbles13 says
i like to spend it in the garden, with/without the kids!
Ashley C says
Ugh. Nevermind. Disregard my comment. Just saw that this is Canadian only..
Ashley C says
As of right now, no plans for Mother’s Day. Will take my mother to dinner or make something at home. Just not sure. Things have been crazy lately.
Jessica Gengler says
Going to church and then dinner that evening!
val says
We always decorate the table with flowers make a lovely breakfast and get her a gift. Also all us kids make hand made cards
Diane52 says
We are planning a family Mother’s Day dinner.
caroline m. says
I will spend the day with my kids and children and have a nice time.
Angela Mitchell says
I’m going out for a Mother’s Day Brunch with 3 generations of moms.
Kathy L says
On Mother’s Day we go to church, then bring home the take-out of my choice (which I prefer to eating out), and go for a walk afterward, as the weather is almost always beautiful that day. My husband and I call our mothers who live out of town. I do miss the days when I had little ones who would bring me their breakfast creations. 🙂
Kim K says
Brunch and then a bike ride!
Gail Lindsey says
Relaxing with a cup of coffee and the morning newspaper. I’m hoping to hear from my son and grandsons!
Donna says
I spend it wondering where my gift(s) are.
Siera says
I’ll be enjoying a day in the sun with my three year old 🙂
Kris Cady says
I was recently diagnosed with ALS, so my life has kind of been on hold. Quite frankly, I don’t get out much! I have a family weekend getaway planned for myself, husband, 2 kids and 3 grandkiddos at Bridgeport Resort in Sturgeon Bay. So looking forward to relaxing and not worrying about anything 🙂
Karen C Hill says
My day usually starts with breakfast in bed made by my little boy and husband. After that, we often spend the day together either at the park or out fishing if the weather is good and then finish off with a bbq
Linda says
I will spend time with my husband and brand new son this mother’s day.
Melinda Jana says
we usually spend it with family. this year we are having a BBQ
Dorothy Johnson says
Probably relaxing and dine out.
Jill Rivera says
I have plans to spend with my grand daughter.
AD says
I normally spend Mother’s Day with the boys; start with a nice breakfast and then we go for tea with all the mother-figures in my life.
Erika Letson says
I will usually go to visit my mother and my kids will clean up around the house for me!
heather sibley says
This year I’m going to be in Punta Cana for mother’s day so I will celebrate it with my mom when I get back.
Jennifer I says
We usually go for brunch and than a trip to th garden centre for Mothers Day.
Debbie Welchert says
I usually spend Mother’s Day at home with my family and plan on doing the same this year.
Liberty says
My children and grandchildren come over. We all work together and have a barbeque out on the deck.
connie danielson says
This year will be different because my mom is out of town in a nursing home and I can’t make it there on Mother’s day. she is 97 years old. so I will have to settle for a phone call. connie danielson
Dee B says
Breakfast brought to my bed, outdoorsy activity and family dinner!
Doris H says
We usually have a nice dinner at home and go out to the movies.
Yinka says
I usually take my mom out for dinner on Mother’s day.
Kristen says
We usually go to a play because my Mom loves to do that. Haven’t decided on a plan for this year yet.
Jen R says
Currently , I do not have any specific plans for Mother’s Day this year. We usually spend the day doing something together as a family.
Brittney House says
I usually spend it with my mother and sister. We will most likely be going out to dinner.
Jenn says
The usual, brunch with my mom!
Austin Baroudi says
I spend the day with my mum. Usually take her out to eat.
Marlene V says
I usually take my mother and mother-in-law out for dinner. No plans yet this year…. I actually think we will be out camping though…
Cheryl Germain says
My family takes me out for brunch or dinner for Mother’s Day. This year I’m leaning more to dinner.
Denise S says
I plan to buy an ice cream cake and that’s about it.
jenny stratton says
This year for Mothers Day the whole family will get together and probably bar-b=cue.
Deb K says
We are having a cookout at my house!
Mrs White says
This year I am going to take my mom to brunch and hopefully plan another little surprise in there 🙂
crystal martinez says
I spend it with my mom and I get her a cake and gifts
Jordan D. says
This mother’s day we are going out for brunch with my mom and my grandmother. We normally do dinner, but I have to work this year 🙁 Brunch will be great though!
Edith Rennes says
My mom is gone so nothing special planned
Mary Warner says
I’m going to treat my neighbour to a hanging tomato plant. She’s a great Mom and is always sharing from her garden. My mom died 2 years ago.
Rhonda W G. says
Generally a family bbq is in the works!
Dianne G. says
I am fortunate to still have my Mom so I value getting to spend part of Mother’s Day with her. She is 81 and very full of life. I will go visit on Mother’s Day and take her some flowers.
voxworld says
We usually spend the day with the family, hopefully I will not have to cook on that day 🙂
Laurie P says
Mother’s day always consists of a huge family dinner!
Cairine says
We will probably take my mother in law out for brunch or maybe over to our house for dinner.
Lara says
I think eating is the best way to celebrate. So that’s what we do for Mother’s Day!
Jessica Massaway says
I like to do family activities. One year was a zoo trip. This year my mom is coming down to visit us from another state.
jules m. says
hopefully i will get breakfast in bed! i love that.
Richard Hicks says
I take Mom out for dinner and she takes it easy all day
Kris M. says
We like to stay home to have a lazy breakfast. It’s also nice to get outside and garden or go for a walk.
Leslie Crosbie says
On Mother’s Day hopefully I get to sleep late and listen to no kids arguing! They try to be nice and not bicker but usually doesnt last long!!
Jen L says
I will be visiting my 95 year old Grandmother in her (seniors) home. It will be nice. She will likely drink just as much coffee as me.
missbobloblaw says
My kids & I usually make a nice meal together. 🙂
Edmond says
Take my mom to see her fave grand children. Thank you for the awesomeness, the contest, and generosity. 🙂
Deborah Caudill says
I usually visit my mom on Mother’s Day. She will be 92 years old this year and she’s still going strong. My son and I usually take her out to eat or pick up take out and go to her house. Later my son and I go home and he gives me his homemade gift and helps me cook dinner. I like to spend the rest of the day relaxing.
Luminous Angel says
I used to just have a quiet day at home – but this year I think I’ll take my Mom out for brunch 😉
Surso S. says
we normally just get our mothers a little gift and cook probably what we will be doing this year
Rachael S. says
Mmmm, COFFEE!
shannon fowler says
my mom doesn’t live near by so sometimes either she comes to visit or i go to visit. other times i spend extra time on the phone with her
Heather Swanson says
Take my mom out for a meal
Matt P says
see if I can make my fiance a mama.
steph says
preferably in the bathtub!
DebP says
I plan to take my mom to visit my dad at the nursing home, then I’d like to relax for the rest of the day.
Tammy Dalley says
going out for dinner with my family
meagan bs says
mothers day is usually just like any other day for me, we don’t usually make it super special (fathers day either). but my husband usually takes me out to eat wherever I want to go.
janine a says
we usually have a family bbq 🙂 its my second mothers day as a mother so im excited!
Margaret H says
I usually spend Mother’s Day with my children and cook dinner!
Christina H. says
I used to go for brunch with my mom and grandma but I just moved away, so I’m not sure what the plan is this year
Anne Derkat says
No plans for Mother’s Day as my kids all live far away.
Brandy Champion says
I don’t really have any traditions for mothers day
Aarone Mawdsley says
dinner or brunch
Tracy Davis says
We plan on having Sunday dinner together.
Kim Hamilton says
Hanging out with mum, watching cheesy TV and snacking!
Deb Fantom says
I usually get up before everyone and get a cup coffee and watch the sun rise. I spend the day with my family.
Kelley Moore says
I usually spend Mother’s day with my husband and adult children and visit my mother’s grave.
heather s says
We are going out to eat with the family
Randi Cook says
I Pick up my mother and bring her to my house to visit with my kids while I do a cookout in her honor.
Stephanie LaPlante says
As always, we’ll be going out for lunch and spoiling mom with gifts and flowers!
Heather Arnould says
The whole family usually goes out for brunch on Mother’s Day, but so far, no one has shared any plans with me.
Margaret H says
We will go out for lunch then a walk
Jess Benoit says
My birthday usually falls on our around Mother’s Day so the hubs and kids usually plan a nice weekend getaway or a dinner.
Wanda Bergman says
We usually just all go out for dinner together as a family. I love it!
Karla Sceviour says
I usually spend it at home with my family. I have no plans for this mothers day.
Diana Powell says
To spend it with my family.
karen c. says
gardening
Sandi Tymchuk says
I usually visit with my Moms a few days in advance, then phone them on Mother’s Day while I relax with my husband.
Linda Lansford says
My mom has passed. No plans here
judy folk says
i will call my mom on mothers day and have a nice chat
NICKIE says
I spend it, with breakfast in bed, sleep alot and then I go out to visit people and wish them a hapy mothers day.
SarahJ says
I don’t live near my mom so I call her on Mother’s Day. Then the next time I get to see her I bring her flower baskets that she hangs from her veranda.
Tiesha says
This will be the first Mother’s Day in 11 years that I have not been at work. I am looking forward to spending time with my family and hope to go on a hike together.
jeremy mclaughlin says
Spend the day with my wife and our sons.
Rachael Bhardwaj says
i plan on taking my mom to mothers day brunch this year!
Vesper Meikle says
no plans as our mother died when I was a teenager
Melissa Marie says
I spend time with family. Eating a good meal and laughing.
Linda Svarovsky says
My plans are going for brunch with my mom and daughter
Moe Anderson says
My son comes to visit with a little gift.
Jennifer W says
I usually spend it sleeping in since I hardly get to do that. I will probably ask for breakfast in bed this time.
robert young says
We go out to dinner
Tari Lawson says
I currently have no plans for Mother’s Day.
Sara kirkham says
I usually end up working, but any day can be Mother’s day
Kathleen says
We stay home and my husband makes dinner
Ann Fantom says
My plans for Mother’s day is to have a girl’s day with my mom and daughter where we go shopping and have lunch.
Cynthia C says
We’ll probably get together for a family dinner.
Amy Pratt says
I go to my friend’s mothers for Mothers Day.
riley hayes says
I usually make my mom breakfast and this year will be the same
nancy says
I plan to take my mother out to lunch and buy her things!
Margot C says
I’m hoping for a waffle and some flowers.
Sally Forth says
If possible I spend my mother’s day time with my mom, but sometimes we’re out of town. This mother’s day we’ll be going out for a nice dinner.
Daniela Plume says
I’ll enjoy dinner at home with the family
Laurie Nykaza says
For mothers day we get to hang out with my mom for the day and have a bbq too so much fun
Rebby says
I always spend mothers day with my mom! This year I think we’ll go to a movie!
elizabeth p says
we have a lovely mothers day brunch.
Seyma Shabbir says
Usually lunch with family, flowers and candy from hubby and kids and dinner with hubby!
kristen visser says
my brothers and I usually take my mom out for breakfast which we are doing again this year. going to a breakfast buffet. that will be on the Saturday then on Sunday my husband and I are going to the Blue Jay game (mommy’s day out)
bob tombs says
mom lives too far away to visit
Josie says
I typically host a brunch at my house. Will likely do that again
Julia Barnes says
I will probably just call my mom for mothers day. I live 3000 miles away so a phone call is the best we can do.
Emily ST says
We have a beautiful brunch as a family for Mothers Day!
Angela Saver says
I always spend Mother’s Day with my family! We will be going out to dinner with my family this Mother’s Day & spending the day together!
KENNETH OHL says
take my mom to dinner and out to a movie
Gillian Morgan says
We take our mom out to brunch every Mother’s Day. This year we will be doing the same except we are trying a new venue.
Andrea Amy says
Sunday as usual. I do the cooking, laundry, no changes. Just a regular Sunday. My Mom lives in a different province, haven’t seen her in quite a few years.
Terrie says
going to brunch with the kids or something quiet
Brittany says
It changes every year but always time with the family and usually a nap.
Barbara says
I always get together with my mom and family. We were planning on brunch but decided to have Dad man the grill and have a cookout instead.
Brenda Penton says
I usually visit my grandmother for mother’s day every year and call my mother. We usually don’t celebrate since my boys have their birthday on or around Mother’s Day and it is already costly enough 🙂
Tina L. says
We usually have a family dinner
Robyn Bellefleur says
My hubby and the kids treat me to breakfast in bed and then do all the chores around the house so I don’t have to do anything all day but relax.
Jenness M says
My hubby and kids make me breakfast in bed then we have our moms over for dinner.
Darrah Bailey says
I usually take my Mom for dinner.. This year is the same, and my kids are taking me for breakfast <3
nicolthepickle (Nicole Graham) says
We usually go out for icecream and a drive.
This year though I’m planning on having a baby. 🙂
Tainan Lu says
I usually spend Mother’s Day with family
Silvia D says
My mother’s day is usually the family cooks and I try to relax and enjoy!
Debbie S. says
We usually spend Mother’s Day all together as a family. This year will be the same. We will have a beautiful brunch together and maybe even take in a greenhouse.
ginette4 says
I spend Mother’s Day with my family at my parents we usually have a bbq and a few glasses of Sangrias 🙂
Josh S says
I will be taking my wife out for supper.
Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard says
we usually go out for lunch with family – most likely doing the same this year 🙂
Bailey Dexter says
Mother’s day is usually spent at my daughters, she does a wonderful dinner for me, usually a bbq! Flowers on the table I get to take home, and all my favourites! It’s always a perfect day! Felling blessed!
maria says
We usually do mothers day lunch and we will probably do the same this year.
Belinda McNabb says
I spend the morning part with my mom and take her out for brunch. the afternoon and evening will be spent at home with my family and they will pamper me! Servants for a day and not having to cook supper
Maritess says
My kids are getting excited giving me hints that this year it will be different and super special. Regardless what it will be I will be happy to spend it with my family.
Maria says
We usually have a nice lunch with family
Judy Cowan says
Usually I spend it with my family, this year we will be camping Mother’s Day weekend.
Jennifer says
Let my boys and husband pamper me. Whatever that is.
Cheryl says
I usually spend it with my family and this year is the same with my mother and sister and their clan 🙂
BusyWorkingMama says
I look forward to spending Mother’s Day at home with my family.
Julie F says
My mum lives in the UK where Mothers Day is in March. My daughters and their families usually come and have supper at our home!
Kim Tanti says
I do not have any plans for Mothers day. My family usually takes me out for dinner.
Emma Walpole says
I think hubby has a few things planned but best is being home and having a bbq, sitting on the deck with a glass of wine.
Florence C says
I usually spend Mother’s Day with family. We have a tradition of a lobster dinner prepared at home.
Tara Betterley says
Usually I spend Mother’s Day with my family. It is usually my anniversary (odd this year because I feel like Mother’s Day is early).. But, that being said, we will visit our parents on the 8th. We will bring them flowers so that they know we appreciate them.
Gord says
Mother’s Day is not celebrated in this household. Instead we do things for each other all year long.
Joni W says
Usually spend Mother’s Day trying to beat my mom to do everything for her but she’s always one step ahead. Stressful day really…but I will still continue trying.
Jonnie says
We usually go out on the lake to do some fishing and then go out for dinner
ivy pluchinsky says
I will probably take my mother out for dinner, or have a nice family dinner here.
LILLIAN BROWN says
On Mother’s Day my daughters and their families visit and I cook dinner-my choice as I have lots of free time☺
joy says
we don’t do anything special to celebrate mother’s day.
LaVonne says
Honestly, as a stay-at-home mom who sees her kids each day, every day, I like to spend mother’s day on my own — massage, nails, or shopping for me!
Amy Heffernan says
I usually take my mom out for dinner!
Erin W says
We usually stick around home, maybe go for a hike! That’s the plan this year!
Soozle says
Mothers day is usually pretty relaxed with a nice family dinner!
mrsshukra says
Just staying home with the hubby and calling Mom!
Paol Trenny says
I usually spend my mother’s day getting pampered at a day spa and having dinner with my family.
Debbie Petch says
My mom lives far away so we Skype each other. I miss her!
Kimberly Bauer says
We do gardening on Mother’s Day. We will be planting flowers this year.
Alayne Langford says
We visit my mom and also hubby’s mom for a cuppa on Mother’s Day! They are both great grandmother’s so it is always a wonderful day!
Wendy hutton says
usually spend mothers day at home and my son will cook dinner
Cheryl says
I usually spend a quiet day at home. I don’t have any plans for Mother’s Day.
Anne says
I spend precious time with my family and make a luncheon or brunch for all the kids and little ones. The day is a treasure which I cherish.