Comments on: Do most mothers of teens expect a Valentine’s Day card or other momento from their children on Valentine’s Day?

By: DA

DA — Thu, 27 May 2010 22:18:59 +0000

There’s nothing wrong with getting something like that from your children, but it’s actually something that the husband is supposed to give.

By: Anon

Anon — Thu, 27 May 2010 21:47:05 +0000

My mother never expected me to do so as a child, and I’m in my early twenties. However, I always enjoyed picking out a little something for her; not necessarily a card, but just a little gift.

Hallmark is a card business and does want you to give as many cards as possible, but for the price of that paper, you can buy someone a trinket or candy instead. I’d recommend that. It gets use, and besides, letters are more personal!

It’s good that you’re not pressuring your kids, but it’s also definitely okay and a good thing in my book to celebrate Valentine’s Day with those whom you have platonic and familial love.

By: alwaysundersiege

alwaysundersiege — Thu, 27 May 2010 21:31:56 +0000

Valentines day is about sharing your love. If the feeling is forced upon someone, then its not real. Just remind them that its nice, but don’t go overboard.

When I was younger I couldn’t afford squat. I would at least give my mommy a kiss for valentines day. I wrote her 2 letters I think for valentines days of different years.

Sometimes I think store bought cards are too impersonal. Especially when you think somewhere in the world, there’s a stack of these being sent somewhere to other people. A personal letter always works better.

If the kids see it the way you do then you’re in luck. I think mother’s day is more appropriate though. Those days I usually went all out for my mom.

By: lucie_chink

lucie_chink — Thu, 27 May 2010 21:29:08 +0000

Well, it’ll be lovely to recieve one don’t you think? To know that your children are so considerate and loving.