Mom will appreciate any gift you give, as long as its from the heart.
If times are tough, you can't spend as much as you'd like on mom -- but it's hard to buy Christmas gifts for mom on a limited budget. Give her gifts that have cherished memories attached to them to really make an inexpensive gift stand out. With a bit of imagination, you can stretch $25 to give her a Christmas gift she will cherish.
Memory Jar
Have the entire family write little messages on colored pieces of paper and add them to a beautiful jar or container you bought with your $25. Include memories from your childhood, memories from holidays (especially Christmas), memories with relatives and any sweet memories you can think of that might bring a tear to her eye. Add a simple poinsettia or decorate the jar with holiday decorations you already have.
Book Gifts
Books always make economical and thoughtful gifts. To buy mom a book she'll truly treasure, find a book that covers a topic she is passionate about. Go to the bargain sections of your bookstore to find items that are marked way down, and you may be able to find her more than one item for less. Wrap your gifts with the holidays in mind and add bows and ribbon for a festive touch.
Musical Compilation
Create a CD compilation of her favorite songs and artists; make sure you ask her for favorite songs she remembers through the years to make this CD extra special. You can also make her a second CD with all the Christmas songs you think she'll enjoy. Splurge on her favorite flowers, whether they are roses or orchids; even a single flower in an inexpensive vase you got at a neighborhood store is a beautiful presentation along with the CDs.
Favor Coupons
Time is a precious commodity, and if you can give mom your time more than once, she will surely be very grateful. Create coupons or a certificate on the computer outlining a few things you will do for her, such as cleaning a room in her house, making her dinner, taking her on errands, anything you can think of that would make you go out of your way for her when she needs you most. Incorporate your budget into the equation and use it for gas money to be her chauffeur for the week. This will help take the load off of her during the Christmas season, while creating memories you will cherish forever.
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