The macaron above is certainly something I like, but anything more than half a dozen will likely get wasted. Especially in 2021, when we have to socially distance

Everything is just…so pink! And sugary. I get most people like sugar, but I’m not most people. Give me hummus and crackers or vegetables and I’m GOOD! Or tea. However, I wouldn’t mind, say, a gift card to Sephora or Holt Renfrew – if you’re talking about “girly” stuff (and no, I won’t be buying scents of any kind. Again, ew). I can’t be alone in this, can I? I mean, I just can’t! I’ve seen all those pandemic-friendly savoury Mother’s brunch Day packages, and to be honest, most suck. Especially when you’re someone who hates breakfast potatoes…or most kinds of potatoes.

First world problems? Definitely, so I really shouldn’t be complaining. Especially during a pandemic. And I know that there are plenty of people who find Mother’s Day “triggering.” Perhaps they lost a child or did not grow up with a mom or mother-like figure. Or their mom is no longer with them. However, I just want to put it out. Not everyone is into scents, chocolate and loads of sugar. Some of us eat healthfully year round (and it’s not because we’re on a “diet,” but because it’s just how we are. We shouldn’t be shamed for that). We appreciate chocolate and cookies here and there, but we’re the type who’ll never finish a whole box. I realize that this is about appealing to the majority, but companies need to rethink. They need to realize that some of us prefer other things! Anyway, I hope everyone out there celebrating has an amazing (socially distanced) Mother’s Day. AKA Pandemic Mother’s Day II.

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