For The Love Of Mom
Le Blog 2023 No 18
For the love of Mom
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 14th
Hopefully your Mom is still with you, and you will be celebrating with her. Or maybe your family will be celebrating you.
In my opinion there is more love shared on Mother’s Day than on Valentine’s Day. Makes sense doesn’t it. It’s a different kind of love, for sure, but think of all the folks celebrating Mother’s Day. It’s universal. We send cards, purchase gifts and flowers, go to lunch, brunch or dinner. We bring along the whole family.
That’s a whole lot of love.
I lost my Mom in 2007. Well, no I can’t say I lost her. Even though she’s in heaven, there is not a day that goes by that I don’t think of her, or I am reminded of her in some small way. She’s with me all the time.
Mom
There are times when I pass by a mirror or glass and catch a glimpse of her in my reflection. Some days I will say something, and I’ll think, “Oh my gosh! I sound just like my mom!” I do a lot of things just like she did. I’m sure you do too. It’s a way of keeping our Moms close to us.
Did you know baby chicks can distinguish their moms clucking from other hens? Mother hens can be fiercely protective. It amazes me that they know exactly how many chicks are theirs. As if they are always taking count. They lead their chicks to safety, to food and to roost. Chicks learn by watching their mom.
Our Moms aren’t so very different. My mom could stop me in my tracks with one shout of my name. I just knew by the inflection in her voice whether she was shouting a warning, calling me home for dinner, or she had discovered something I had done. Oh yes, I could positively distinguish my mom’s voice from my friend’s mom calling them. It took just one look from her, as she leaned forward in the pew at church, and I knew I better quit giggling. I believed she actually DID have eyes in the back of her head until I had my own kids. Then I made them believe the same thing.
Moms: You gotta love ‘em.
If you will be having Mom over for lunch, brunch, or afternoon tea, I have a great resource for you for recipes. Her name is Lisa Hatfield. She has a blog called Delicious Table. I always look forward to getting her email alerting me of some new posts. Her directions are easy to follow, and you will even find videos.
Please visit her website for inspiration and fabulous cooking tips. Subscribe . . . you’ll quickly become a fan.
If you still need a gift for Mom, here’s a few ideas . . .
NEW - Cat Tea Bag box
Cat Tea Bag Box
These tea bags are perfect for a moment of relaxation and sharing.
As beautiful as good! Tea bags are sewn by hand in Lyon, France workshop.
They only use organic cotton yarn which does not contain chemicals, and which does not rub off in boiling water. For the fabric is food-grade gauze.
Tea Heritage teas and herbal teas come from organic farming.
15 English Breakfast cat shaped tea bags per box
NEW - Assorted Organic Tea Bag Box
Ten assorted shapes of tea bags in one surprise box
10 organic tea bags to sample Tea Heritage.
This surprise box, inspired by English crackers, will delight the tea enthusiast.
As beautiful as they are good!
These tea bags are perfect for a moment of relaxation and sharing.
As beautiful as good! Tea bags are sewn by hand in Lyon, France workshop.
They only use organic cotton yarn which does not contain chemicals, and which does not rub off in boiling water. For the fabric is food-grade gauze.
Tea Heritage teas and herbal teas come from organic farming.
One whimsical shaped tea bag of each
Sheep- Infusion Enchanted Night
Star- Earl Gray
Rabbit- Earl Gray
Strawberry- Green Tea Casablanca
Pear- Green Tea Nutcracker
Hummingbird- Rooibos Coconut Almond
Butterfly- Earl Gray
Heart- Green Tea Jasmine
Cloud- Black Tea Breakfast
Cat- Rooibos Blood Orange
If she loves loose-leaf tea, this Tea Brewer is a thoughtful gift. I LOVE mine! I use it every day. I even brew tea over a glass filled with ice. It’s like magic and so easy to use.
Imperial Tea Maker
A splendid tea brewer, the Imperial Tea Maker will brew multiple cups of tea with ease. Holds 16 ounces. Dispenses tea when placed on a teacup or mug, flow stops when the tea maker is lifted. For use with hot or cold beverages. Dishwasher safe. BPA-free. Made in the United States.
More gifts for the loose-leaf tea drinker:
La Rochere Bee Glass Mug with Tea infuser and Lid
The perfect gift for the tea drinker, the Bee Tea Infuser, tisanière Abeille, has a wide stainless-steel filter that allows tea leaves to expand for a full steep. The lid is made of solid wood sustainably sourced from French forests. It keeps the water hot during infusion, then serves as a drip dish. Made in France. Mug is dishwasher safe.
White 2 Cup Teapot with Infuser
Brew tea right in your pot and remove the infuser for serving.
Single glaze lead-free ceramic ware. Capacity: 650ml (23oz.)
Remember, it may be too late to ship your gift in time for her to get it by Mother’s Day, but you can always choose “In Store Pick Up” at check out and pick up your package at our Package Pick Up location at the White Rabbit in Old Towne Orange, CA at 146 N Glassell Street. See our website for details.
If you’re having trouble deciding, you can always send her an E-Gift Card. It will be in her inbox in minutes, and she can shop at her leisure at home and have it delivered to her doorstep.
Paris In A Cup Gift Card (Digital)
Wishing you all a very Happy Mother’s Day. May you be blessed with the gifts of family and friends.
See you next week
Merci
A bientot
Cheryl
Share a cup with mom.