May is a time to head outside and enjoy all that Mother
Nature has to offer. The weather is warmer and the days are longer. Flowers are
blooming and Spring is in the air. Mother nature is sprouting gifts every day.
What better way to honor your all the women in your life, your mother, sister,
friend, cousin, or neighbor than to spend time with them enjoying all that
Mother Earth has to offer.
Here are some ways to honor Mother Earth and the women in
your life:
Picnic. Brunch is
a popular activity for many on Mother’s Day. Inside of spending a beautiful day
inside, pack a brunch, get a blanket, and head to your favorite outdoor spot.
Whether it is a local park or the beach, a picnic is a great way to spend
quality time with that special someone and Mother Nature.
Garden. As the
frost recedes it is time to get down and dirty, and start planting. Bouquet
flowers are always beautiful, but there is nothing like nurturing a plant,
watching it grow from seed to sprout. You can plant tomatoes for summer salads
or sunflowers for summer sunshine.
Treasure hunting. The
beach is filled with all kinds of treasures from marine life to seashells. Go
for a walk on the beach and go on a treasure hunt. Try to find blue sea glass
or a sand dollar. Keep these treasures or find a great DYI project for items
that you find on the beach.
Take a hike. From
the Highlands to Sandy Hook, New Jersey is filled with wonderful hikes and
trails. Pack a snack, fill up your reusable water bottle, and head into the
woods. The hike could be a light stroll or for more avid hikers, a more
strenuous trail. Be sure to stay safe and always stop to enjoy what is around
you.
Get cooking. It
is easy to just make reservations and enjoy a lovely meal out, but there is
always something special about a home cooked meal. Your mom or whomever, may
always be the cook in the house, but on Mother’s Day treat them to a home
cooked meal or cook with her. Maybe visit your local farm or farmer’s market to
pick up fresh and locally grown produce.
These ideas to honor the women in your life and Mother Earth
should not just be dedicated to one day a year. There are plenty of different
ways you can enjoy outside throughout the year. From hitting the slopes to
kayaking down the Delaware during fall foliage. Always find ways to spend
quality time with your mother, all the wonderful women in your life, and Mother
Nature.
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