Same ages and we visited MIL and family for brunch while getting takeout for dinner. Just a family day catching up on college and life.

Np, and I don't at all care about Mother's Day. Send me a text message wishing me well is about the extent of me caring.

OP, revisit this in 10 years. Honestly, just put in on your calendar, for 10 years from now, to think about this.

Wishing you happy mothers day and a hug

A phone call. That is my family's preferred and honored tradition.

Mother's day is just 1 made up day. You would rather have a good relationship with them 365 days.

I'm the OP from the How's Your Mother's Day Going thread, and I'm going to say, nothing. Which is what my kids did. I am glad we're all together and I know they love me.

Anonymous wrote:What are reasonable expectations. Both kids home for the summer. Husband is in the house too.

Basic: Hug you and be helpful to make it a good day for you. Make or order some food for you.

Extra: Pamper you, buy gifts and take you out.

Honestly worrying about how my kid honors mother's day is just another thing to worry about and I'm over it. I have no energy for it.

My kids did a joint phone call (both are distant,). I am happy with that.

Anonymous wrote:If your husband hasn't taught them over the years, then the answer is nothing. My dh has been coaching my kids on this front for years.

Good. How do you celebrate your DH for Father's Day or coach your children?

Anonymous wrote:What are reasonable expectations. Both kids home for the summer. Husband is in the house too.

I think you should reasonably - buy all three of them gifts. Thank your DH for helping you to get pregnant. Thank the two kids for being born and becoming your children.

You do know that this is a made up holiday, correct?

- Mom.

Same ages - Son is home, DD is still at school. I went out for ice cream with my son last night at my suggestion and he bought me a card during the day yesterday. DD mailed me perfume (she picked it out herself) and called me. DH bought me flowers, a small gift and made us brunch. I didn’t want to go out this year.

If your husband hasn't taught them over the years, then the answer is nothing. My dh has been coaching my kids on this front for years.

What are reasonable expectations. Both kids home for the summer. Husband is in the house too.