Are you struggling to find the right words to write a Mother’s Day message for your elderly mother?
As your mother ages, the way she receives messages changes.
By understanding what makes elderly parents happy, you can more accurately convey your feelings of gratitude.
This article introduces short Mother’s Day messages for different situations (biological mother/mother-in-law, living together/living apart) and explains key points that will please your elderly mother.
We’ll also recommend letter sets for writing your message, so please read until the end.
Short Mother’s Day messages to give
Including words of gratitude in your Mother’s Day message or mentioning the gift you’re giving is common regardless of age.
However, even though we call them all “messages,” the content will vary depending on your relationship and situation with your mother.
Here we’ll introduce messages for each of the following situations:
• Living with your biological mother
• Living with your mother-in-law
• Living apart from your biological mother
• Living apart from your mother-in-law
Living with your biological mother
Some might feel that writing a “message” sounds a bit formal.
However, when you live with your mother, it’s fine to use casual expressions without being overly formal.
Try expressing your gratitude directly, as if you were talking to her in person, sharing feelings you might not normally say.
Mom, thank you for everything.
I noticed you’ve been going for daily walks lately, so I’m giving you this water bottle for hydration.
I hope you like it.
Seeing you walking energetically makes me feel energetic too, so please take care of your health.
Looking forward to our time together!
Living with your mother-in-law
For your mother-in-law, using “mother-in-law” might sound too stiff, so it’s better to write “Mom” or “Mother”.
If giving the gift alone feels too challenging, celebrating together with your partner or children is a good option.
When mentioning your partner’s name, using “Mr./Mrs. □□” instead of nicknames or casual forms makes your expression more polite.
For Mother’s Day, □□ (partner’s name) and I searched for a gift for you together.
Since you’ve been traveling with friends lately, we chose this stole. The color is beautiful and we think it will suit you perfectly.
I want to express my gratitude for your constant warmth and thoughtfulness.
Please take care of your health.
I look forward to our continued relationship.
Living apart from your biological mother
When living apart from your biological mother, it’s good to honestly express “the loneliness of not being able to meet” and “thinking about her even when you can’t see each other”.
This helps her feel that “even though we’re apart, they’re still thinking about me.”
Sharing your recent news and when you might next meet will provide reassurance and make her happy.
It’s been a while. How are you?
I’ve been busy lately and haven’t been able to visit, so I find myself wondering more often if you’re doing well.
For Mother’s Day this year, I’m sending you a cardigan.
The weather still fluctuates a lot, so I hope this helps you adjust to temperature changes.
Thank you for always keeping in touch and thinking of me.
Please take care of yourself.
My busy schedule is starting to calm down, so I’ll definitely come visit before the end of the year.
Please wait for me.
Living apart from your mother-in-law
When giving a gift to a mother-in-law who lives separately, sending it jointly with your partner or children is a good idea.
Using “Mr./Mrs. □□” for your partner’s name shows politeness.
Using “Mom” or “Mother” instead of “mother-in-law” creates a softer impression.
It’s been a while. How are you?
I apologize that our family hasn’t been able to visit lately.
For Mother’s Day this month, I’m sending this tea set as a token of my appreciation.
I heard from □□ (partner’s name) that you’ve been enjoying tea lately. I hope you like it.
Thank you for always watching over our family.
We’re planning to visit during summer vacation, so I’ll be in touch about that.
Please take care of your health.
I look forward to our continued relationship.
What makes elderly mothers happy?
When writing a message, you might be uncertain about what points will please your elderly mother or what to be careful about.
Here are three key points to please your elderly mother:
• Write in a way that’s easy for elderly people to read
• Include words that show concern for her health
• Share your news & ask about hers
Let’s explore each of these points in order.
Write in a way that’s easy for elderly people to read
When handwriting your message, be conscious of making it easy for elderly people to read.
Writing larger letters with clear, distinct lines makes it easier for someone with weakened eyesight to read.
Using a pen with thicker lines helps maintain consistent thickness, which is recommended.
The style of writing can generally be similar to how you would speak.
However, “youth slang” may make it difficult to convey your meaning or feelings, so stick to basic language that anyone can understand.
Regarding length, too much text can be difficult to read.
For a message card, limiting it to 3-5 lines will make it more readable.
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Include words that show concern for her health
As we age, health issues naturally become more frequent.
Show empathy for this situation by asking “How are you feeling?” “Are you well?” or closing with “Take care of yourself” or “Stay well.”
Including words that show concern for your mother’s health helps her feel that “even though we’re apart, they’re thinking about me.”
However, if she is already suffering from an illness, it’s better to use positive expressions like “Take good care” or “Please take care of yourself” for your closing remarks.
The phrase “live a long life” is also common.
However, this expression might make some people more conscious of aging, so it’s safer to avoid expressions that emphasize “old age.”
Share your news & ask about hers
If you haven’t seen your mother for a while, sharing specific details about your life can provide reassurance.
Also, asking about her recent activities helps her feel that “they care about me.”
If possible, letting her know when you might next be able to meet will make her even happier.
Letter sets are also recommended for Mother’s Day messages. They make great gifts too
When writing a message, using a letter set is also recommended.
With a letter set, you can reduce the hassle of buying stationery and envelopes separately, allowing you to start writing immediately.
It’s also convenient because you can continue to use it for other celebrations or brief messages beyond Mother’s Day.
Of course, they also make perfect gifts.
Introducing short Mother’s Day messages! Summary
This article explained appropriate short Mother’s Day messages, key points that will please your mother, and recommended letter sets.
To summarize:
• Message content varies depending on your relationship and situation with your mother
• When giving to your mother-in-law, using “Mom” or “Mother” creates a softer impression
• When mentioning your partner’s name, add “Mr./Mrs.”
• Be mindful of font size and line thickness to make it easy for elderly people to read
• Include words showing concern for health while avoiding expressions that emphasize aging
• Sharing specific details about your life and asking about hers conveys that you’re thinking of her
• Having a letter set allows you to act immediately when you want to write
Using this article as a reference, imagine your mother’s happy face as you write a message that conveys your feelings visually.
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