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Celebrate with Mom When She is Far Away

1. Watch a Movie or Show Together

Have you heard of Netflix's Teleparty? Teleparty (formerly Netflix Party) is a way to watch TV with your friends and family online by synchronizing video playback with Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and other streaming services. It even has a live group chat feature to allow you to make comments with your group - just like if you were watching it together in person! This is a great and creative way to spent time with your mom from a distance, especially if she likes going to the movies!

2. Host a Zoom Brunch

Your mom no-doubt has a favorite restaurant, so why not order brunch from her favorite restaurant and share a meal over FaceTime while making conversation and reminiscing about old times? She would love the surprise her breakfast delivered! If you really want to make things special, try delivering some flowers along with her brunch as well. They'll brighten up her table, and make brunch feel extra fancy.

3. Gift Her a Subscription to Chocolate, Wine, or Meal Delivery

Does your mom like receiving gifts in the mail? Enrolling her in a subscription to a meal, wine, or chocolate delivery service is a great way to get a "gift that keeps on giving." If you need inspiration, look no further than Vivilicious, who has the best chocolate ever! Their products are made with high-quality ingredients, free from preservatives, fillers, food coloring, and artificial flavors. If wine is more up her ally, Allrecipes has a great article on the best wine subscriptions. The best part of this "reoccurring gift" is that she’ll think of you with every monthly delivery!

4. Make a Special Video or Digital Art

In today's digital age, there are so many activities you can do for your mom if you just take the time. It could be as easy as creating a video or photo montage on your phone and sending it via a text or email on Mother's Day. And if you have kids, grandparents always love pictures of their grand-kids, too!

5. Virtual Wine Tasting

Does your mom enjoy wine? Pick out her favorite wines and ship them to her for a surprise wine tasting on Mother's Day. She will love sharing notes, tastes, and stories over a fun and new experience. Here is a list of the best virtual wine tastings hosted by wine connoisseur for your inspiration.

6. Play Games Together Online

Mother's Day can be a hard holiday when you're away from your family. However, most families love to play games, so why not organize a virtual game night? Jackbox Games is the party game-making studio best known for hit games like Quiplash, Fibbage, Drawful, and Trivia Murder Party. Jackbox is great for families because the games are easy to learn and play.

7. Take a Virtual Painting Class or paint at Home with Mom

You may live far away from your mom, but a virtual class could help you get closer to each other. A virtual class is a perfect time to create memories and share old ones. One of the best way to be creative while making wonderful memories with you mom is do a hybrid or virtual paint party. 

A sip and paint party can be very easy to organize with help from companies like Canvas n Cup. Through their website, you can select from a large gallery of paintings, purchase the paint party kits, and the folks at Canvas and Cup will take care of the rest. All you have to do is get on Zoom with you mom and other siblings, start painting and create lasting memories.

There are plenty of ways to make your mom feel special on Mother's Day, but the most important thing to remember when celebrating from afar is that it’s truly the thought that counts. Did you remember to call her? Did you send a card or a handwritten note? Whatever you do, all Mom will want to see is that you put thought into the day - whether that includes a special gift, a long FaceTime call, or a thoughtful note.

Happy Mother's Day!