Moms are great. They love you, they gave birth to you and they want to hear from you. So give them a call, use this list to help compile some ideas you two can talk about.
1. Ask her to help you with a problem
Photo by Volodymyr Hryshchenko on UnsplashEven something small! Moms are so good at knowing things, and she will be touched you thought to ask her.
2. Ask about family
Photo by Tyler Nix on UnsplashAsk her about your aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents! Anyone you don't speak to regularly but, could check up with through your mom. It will also make your extended family glad you asked about them.
3. Tell her some good news
Photo by Nathan Dumlao on UnsplashDid you get a good grade? Meet someone new? Get an offer at work? Tell her! Even if it's as small as a compliment someone gave you, let her know. She wants to celebrate you.
4. Tell her about your day
Photo by Rasheed Kemy on UnsplashI am sure she wants to know! Even if you did nothing, give her a quick ring and let her know about that nothingness. Give her a chance to tell you about her day too - that call is sure to be the highlight of it.
5. Plan time to see her
Photo by Compare Fibre on UnsplashAsk her to come visit you, or just plan a FaceTime night. She will be so excited to talk with you a little more, and you can see the rest of your family too.
6. Tell her about something new
Photo by Nick Fewings on UnsplashTell her about an article you read or a rumor you heard. If you tried a new restaurant you think she'd like, tell her that too! She can try them out as well, and offer her own opinions, and she'll be excited to have something else to share with you.
7. Ask her about her time when she was your age
Photo by Juliana Malta on UnsplashThis one may sound a little dumb but, if you're having an experience because of your age, ask her what she did! She's probably been through it, even if it's something you think is absurd. Moms have lived lives we have no clue about, so ask her to let you in.
8. Ask for some advice
Photo by Joyce Busola on UnsplashWhat are you struggling with? She wants to help you. Let your mom in, and let her give you some comfort and advice. You'll both walk away from the conversation feeling better.
9. Tell her you love her
Photo by Michael Fenton on UnsplashDo it!! Do it right now. It will mean the world to her.
And while you're at it, call your dad too.