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Delicious Jackfruit Payasam dessert
This is jackfruit ripening season. Delicious taste of jackfruit makes it one of the most loved seasonal fruit and people look for good ripened fruits to prepare dishes. If you are fond of jackfruit, then you must try a traditional sweet “jackfruit payasam” prepared with jaggery and coconut.
This tasty sweet recipe is not for people who has high blood sugar and not for those who is trying to reduce weight as it contains high calorie. For others -One can consume jackfruit payasam once a while, during the season and good for children.
Amount per serving : 1/2 cup ( Approximately 210 calories)
This year Mother’s Day is just around the corner -on May 10th. Mother’s Day celebration is not new to us. Many countries held festivals to honor Mother of the Gods. Greeks, Romans, Indians honor mother Gods. Durga-Puja (India), festival of Cybele (Romans) and Mothering Sunday (16th century in England) are few examples of Mother’s Day celebration. In USA, Ann Reeves Jarvis, Julia Howe, and Anna Jarvis who fought for Children’s welfare, peace and health are fondly remembered every year on Mother’s Day.
People around the world are planning how to celebrate, how to give special recognition to moms. Covid-19 pandemic, lockdown and social distancing are keeping many families apart. Most mothers wish to connect with children and spend time with entire family. There are many ways we can celebrate and spend time with mom. If you are away from family, then make use of online technologies. If you are staying with your parents, then plan on some activities.
Shower your mother with love, care and affection. Make this year’s Mother’s Day very memorable for your mother. She deserves best, Mom is the one who is doing house chores, cooking tirelessly working during this lockdown.
It is important to take care of your parents’ health. They have taken care of us, now it is our turn One of the very best gift you can give it to your mother is, showing concern and taking care of her health.
Learn what are the conditions a woman of your mother’s age can be facing. What health issues can one can expect soon? Schedule and plan on taking her for different types of tests. Cholesterol, blood pressure, heart health, osteoporosis, mammogram, chronic pain and inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, bone density, menopause tests etc.
Hospitals will advice you what are the tests need to be done for women and men at certain age. You can also learn about various tests a woman needs by Googling. Talk to your family doctor and have a video chat or phone chat. Once the lockdown over, plan on taking mom for a doctor’s visit.
Writing beautiful note: Appreciating what your mother has been doing to keep family spirits high, her smiles, love and affection – there are so many things children should be grateful for.
Show your gratitude by writing a sweet note. Reflect your feelings on paper and show your appreciation. Write down three to five things that you are grateful for every day.
Mother’s work tirelessly and does not talk about her health often. If you are concerned about her health, this is the best time to tell her. Tell her how much she is mean to you and the family.
Flowers, plants and gifts for mother: If you cannot step outside of the house, then go online and get some precious gift for mom. There is still time. Your gift need not to be costly.
A nice shawl, scarf, beautiful bouquet, flowering perennial plant, ice cream, comfy slippers, chocolate box, coffee mugs, piece of jewelry etc. can be given as gift.
If you are one of those DIY artists, then work on something like – handmade jewelry, greeting card, painting etc. and give her. She will cherish the gift by keeping it forever.
Videos Virtual family gathering: This year is tough for everyone and especially for mothers. There are children who are staying away from parents and cannot make due to the Covid-19 lockdown.
Why can’t you plan on virtual gathering party? Make use of all those good Apps. Find a suitable App. Download and be a host -get onto FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp or House party App. Help your parents or guide them to set up the App.
Plan an online party – jokes, stories, singing, dine at same time while talking as if you are all in same room. This gives a relief to mother’s caring heart.
Family activity: Organize a fun filled activity for mother. Is your mother love to sing? Plan on karaoke. Does she love to tell stories? Sit with her and listen to her stories.
Go for walk outside, take socially distanced stroll in the park with family. You can plan on fun exercise, games, traditional games, painting, dumb charades, treasure hunt games for your mother. Watch a family movie with snacks like a theater treats – she will sure like it.
Don’t worry if you are not with her. Share screen watch a movie together. Make efforts and make the day more memorable for her as well as for your and entire family.
