For some, Mother’s Day gift ideas come very easily. For others… well, we settle for what we have to work with. For the past few years, ever since I discovered “gift cards,” that’s been my go-to gift-giving. Yes, easy and predictable if done repeatedly over the years.

Why not give her a gift that will surprise and delight her with that special touch of adding a poem? If you decide not to be predictable (as I did) this year, then ask yourself these questions:

What is my mom passionate about? What are her hobbies? What are her likes and dislikes? He likes art? Films? Flowers? comedy? Reading? Craft? What about traveling? Does she have any special needs? What language does she feel most comfortable speaking?

If she is more comfortable speaking Spanish, then a card with poetry in that language will probably move her and surprise her. She knows that you are not a poet and that she will probably appreciate even more the effort to find that special poet in her own language.

The surprise part will be that it was so unpredictable! So go ahead and get him that poem. It can also be written on your card to accompany your gift.

Also, try to avoid last minute shopping! We all know how stressful it can be to bump into people or get jostled by other shoppers passing by.

Happy Mother’s Day Finding Adventure Gift!