We spoke with 5 Mississippi moms about what they want on Mother's Day. Here is what they said

Mom, mama, mommy, stepmom...mother, no matter what name they go by, they are the superhero that holds a title so special in their loved one's lives.

Mother’s Day is celebrated annually on the second Sunday of May and every mother is celebrated in a special way.

Maybe they are showered with gifts from family, cute little "I love you mom" cards from their child(ren), flowers from a spouse or significant other, or maybe even brunch with their girlfriends.

This year, the Clarion Ledger talked to five different moms about motherhood and what would make their day perfect to them. What would be on their Mother's Day bucket list?

Below are 25 things these special mothers said they would want to do on their Mother's Day:

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Brandy Donald, Clinton

Brandy Donald is a 40-year-old mother of two from Clinton, who became a mom at the age of 19 to her son De'Anthony Bunch and to her daughter Brooklyn Joiner 15 years later. In 2019, Donald faced a tragic loss after her son De'Anthony died in a car accident at age 15.

Donald on motherhood:

"Though I was a teenage mom, I consider myself to be a great mother because I have persevered in the face of adversity and kept going," said Donald. "Even through grief, I still had to keep going because I had another child that needed me and by the grace of God, I am still standing today."

Donald's bucket list:

• All-expenses-paid day trip to New Orleans

• A day at the spa

• A paid day off work to relax

• A day at a nice hotel with room service

• Dinner with my daughter and mom

Kallie Law, Flowood

Kallie Law is a 23-year-old mother of one from Flowood, who found out she was pregnant her senior year of high school with her son DJ and is now expecting a baby girl due this August.

Law on motherhood:

"I had to change a few things in my life for the best interest of my son," Law said. "So I decided to go to nursing school locally to become a nurse to be able to better provide for him."

Law's bucket list:

• A nice brunch

• A pretty walk in the neighborhood or park

• Some quality time with my son

• Get a relaxing pedicure

• Enjoy the day with no laundry, cooking or cleaning

Debra Gibson, Jackson

Debra Gibson is a 61-year-old mother of two daughters, Victoria and Lisa Gibson from Jackson, and grandmother to three granddaughters.

Gibson on motherhood:

"My ability to provide whatever was necessary for my girls and I to excel in life is what makes me a great mom and grandmother," Gibson said. "I chose to be a wise woman, Proverbs 14:1, teaching my girls to pray with a purpose, obey God's word and authority, respect each other, spend time together and impart strong morals of integrity; let's not forget the financial responsibility that a wise woman must exhibit and just being able to give them the opportunity to experience more in life than what I experienced."

Gibson's bucket list:

• Peace and quiet

• A spa day

• A mini vacation

• A steak dinner

• Shopping

Lottie Joiner, Jackson

Lottie Joiner is a 52-year-old mother to 2-year-old daughter Isabella from Jackson.

Joiner on motherhood:

"I wouldn’t say I’m a great mom, but I’m a work in progress and learning each day. My priority is making sure that my daughter is safe, healthy and in a nurturing environment that helps her grow and develop," Joiner said. "My goal is to provide her with the tools to become a successful, productive citizen and instill in her that she is beautiful, smart, creative, and talented. Each day I make choices that I believe are in her best interest. Of course, there are times I don’t get it right and could do some things better. I am grateful to have the opportunity to have this motherhood experience and all that comes with it."

Joiner's bucket list:

• A spa day that includes a manicure, pedicure, facial and massage

• A deep house cleaning (I would like to throw in my car too)

• Five healthy meals for the week prepared by a renowned personal chef

• A photo shoot with my daughter

• Quality time with family at a nice spot with beautiful flowers overlooking a body of water (I may just take a nap)

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Arnisha Jones, Jackson

Arnisha Jones is a 31-year-old mother of four, who was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer a month after giving birth to twin boys early this year.

Jones on motherhood:

"Since I've found out I had cancer, my kids, my boyfriend and my family, we try to do outings probably every weekend now just to kind of keep my mind off things," Jones said. "My mom and my boyfriend, they have been there for me every step of the way helping me whenever I need anything or just when I want to get some rest; they are wonderful."

Jones bucket list:

• To be kid-free for the day

• Take a day trip to the coast or Alabama

• Have some "me" time

• Spend the day shopping

• Simply rest

Know an event coming up or have a good story idea? Reporter Kiara Fleming can be reached via email KDFleming@jackson.gannett.com and on X @Ki_dajournalist

This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Mother's Day 2024: What Mississippi moms say they want