Mother's Day isn't for a few more weeks, but I'm already dreading it. And I'm not the only one. Say for some reason you don't care for Mother's Day. Maybe you don't have any kids. Maybe you think it's just a meaningless overcommercialized holiday. Maybe you don't have the time, money, or inclination to worry about it.
Since ignoring the day altogether is not recommended, particularly for the mama's partner, here are 5 alternatives to Mother's Day that won't leave you feeling like you were just licked by the Hallmark aisle:
1. Get Out of Town - Sometimes it's best to leave the scene of a crime. If you get out of town (alone or with your partner) you might really enjoy some relaxation, without all the politics.
2. Children's Defense Fun - Put the kids in charge of Mother's Day activities. Depending on their ages, this could mean you'll be trapped in sensory overload restaurant with large mice, or maybe you can all sit around and color together in your pj's.
3. Mommy Picks the Movie - It's Mother's Day and your chance to watch all the chick flicks you want, in the privacy of your own boudoir. So grab the popcorn, some chocolates and kick back, sister.
4. Who's the Boss? - You are! Do whatever you want. For a day! For a week! For a year!!
5. Start a Girlcott -- Who needs Mother's Day anyway? Just skip the whole thing and do something fun without all the fuss and pressure.
