It’s practically the weekend — Mother’s Day weekend! Can you feel the anticipation? Many of us feel a touch more tired than usual lately, and that’s especially true for busy moms.
Idea: Sleep in at least one morning this weekend. It’s Mother’s Day — if you can grab a few extra hours of rest, do it!
This is the final day of our guide to having a joyful Mother’s Day weekend. By the time you finish the short list below, give yourself permission to drop the guilt if your home isn’t picture-perfect. You did your best; everything else can wait until Monday. Life moves fast, so take a moment to slow down and enjoy the small things. On Mother’s Day weekend, make time to appreciate the whole bouquet.
Let’s get started:
- Do a quick 52-pickup: pick one room that’s bothering you most and spend a few minutes tidying it.
- Tidy up after breakfast. Wash the dishes or load the dishwasher and wipe down the counters.
- Make the beds and ask older children to do the same.
- Clear clutter from counters for 10 solid minutes. Split it into two 5-minute bursts if that works better, and enlist a family member to help.
- Wipe down sinks throughout the house and give toilets a quick clean.
- At the end of your day, take a little extra time to tidy your desk and the area around it.
- Empty all trash cans in the house after dinner tonight.
Now go enjoy your Mother’s Day weekend. Rest, relax, and celebrate — you’ve earned it. See you bright and early on Monday, rock stars!