Happy Mothers Day To My Mother In Heaven

Okay, picture this: Mother's Day is rolling around, and everyone's scrambling for brunch reservations. They are buying flowers that cost more than a small car payment. It's all sunshine and roses, literally and figuratively.

But what if your amazing mom is rocking the celestial stage? What if she's swapped her apron for angel wings? Does Mother's Day become some sort of emotional minefield? Nope!

Celebrating a Heavenly Hero

Listen, just because Mom isn't physically here doesn't mean we can't shower her with love and appreciation. In fact, I'd argue it opens up a whole new realm of creative celebrating!

Forget the macaroni necklaces (though, she probably loved them back in the day). Think grand gestures of remembrance, sprinkled with her signature sparkle.

Maybe you could try her famous (or infamous!) meatloaf recipe. Just be prepared for a slight… um… “culinary adventure.” Let's be honest, her meatloaf was legendary, mostly for its unpredictability.

Ways to Send Love Skyward

One year, I released a bunch of biodegradable balloons with handwritten notes attached. I imagined them floating all the way up to Mom's cloud mansion. She's probably redecorating it right now, adding a disco ball and a karaoke machine!

Another idea? Volunteer at her favorite charity. It's like giving her a big, warm hug from earth. Plus, you'll be spreading some much-needed goodness in the world.

Planting a tree is also a beautiful way to honor her. It will grow tall and strong, just like the love she gave you. You can even talk to it! I swear, plants thrive on gossip.

Share stories about her with family and friends. Remember the time she accidentally set off the smoke alarm trying to bake a cake? These are the moments that keep her spirit alive.

No Guilt Allowed!

Seriously, don't let the Hallmark-perfect Mother's Day images get you down. Your relationship with your Mom was unique. It was a bond that transcends time and space.

Feel the sadness if you need to, but don't let it overshadow the joy of remembering her. She wouldn't want that, she'd want you to be out there living your best life, probably with a slice of chocolate cake in hand!

So this Mother's Day, raise a glass (or a slice of meatloaf!) to the amazing woman who shaped you. Let her know she's still loved, missed, and celebrated, no matter where she is.

Remember, love knows no boundaries. And moms in heaven deserve all the love in the world (and maybe a little bit of that questionable meatloaf… just kidding… mostly!).

Happy Mother's Day to all the heavenly moms out there! You’re all rockstars!