I’m sure every bride feels like they have a fairy godmother many times during the planning process. After all, on the wedding day there are a LOT of people in place to help us look practically royal.
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However, I recently discovered that there is another fairy godmother roaming around…the Mother of the Bride fairy (or MOBF)!
Have you not heard of MOBF? Well, she was new to me as well until Turkey Mom sent me this picture a while back.
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| Mystery basket that appeared on the front porch: Ketel One, martini glasses and some drink mixes |
The MOBF first visited Turkey Mom in the winter with the gift above and has struck a few other times with gifts tailored specifically for her (the above was for her love of martinis…only cute ones, though).
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| Relaxing candle and some sparkly body wash & lotion |
MOBF has good taste, too…besides fun gifts, they all came in cute packages.
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| I was having some diamond envy when I saw one of the boxes |
The latest gift arrived just before the fashionista bridal shower.
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| Dear Hallmark, there might be a market for revised gift bags |
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| A MOBF made kit for Turkey Mom |
A number of these items in the kit will come in especially handy on the day of the wedding (especially the tissues & handkerchief)…but is it traditional to give the mother of the bride alcohol? 
Back to reality, though…I know the MOBF may seem a little silly to some of you all and you’d question why I would post about such a thing. Well, I really loved the gesture by MOBF and what it represents. Turkey Mom’s friend was so kind to think of her and give her little treats during a time when she’s been more the gift “giver” and planner. In fact, I really wish that I had thought of this since Turkey Mom has been such an invaluable part of the wedding process.
So, I share in case there are other brides out there with mothers (or other family members) that might deserve a little something extra…do you think you might want to be a MOBF?
this is SO cute! i wish i had thought of this – your mom is lucky to have such a great friend!
I love written “for mother of the ” and then the bridal picture on the bag. too cute!
What a sweet gesture by your mom’s friend, love this!
That is such a great idea!! I might have to borrow this, I have a friend who is getting married soon and she and her mother live here where I do. Maybe some for BOTH of them! So cute!
Your mom has such a wonderful friend…and what a great idea!
Awww, that is so sweet! My mom has a MOBF too. She hasn’t left any gifts, but she has really been helping my mom out with so many things. (Like wrapping 75 favors for the bridal shower! The woman is a saint!)
@MissKabers: She really is. This friend even let us stay with her when I went for my first fitting – so I owe her too!
@jyonke2811: @Mrs. Hermit Crab: @Mrs. Pony: @Miss Scepter:@bridesmomma: I know – so impressed with the great idea!
@Mrs. Doily: Ooh that’s a really great idea.
@Miss Dragon: Maybe we should do bride fairies through the Hive (kind of like a Secret Santa)!
@Miss Coyote: Wow – that’s a REALLY good friend!!
Mrs. Turkey, Philadelphia Age and Occupation: 29, Brand Management Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Consultant Engagement Date: February 2011 Wedding Date: May 2012 Venue: The Rittenhouse Hotel About Me: I'm a marketer who loves a good glass of wine, anything pumpkin-flavored, every crime drama on TV and, of course, Mr. Turkey. It's funny to say out loud, but we're former coworkers turned betrothed---now planning a wedding in the city of Brotherly Love. For three years, we've been eating our way through Philadelphia, playing tourist at home, and cheering for every sports team in the 215. Although we've hit some unplanned snags along the way, we're determined to have a rocking party this spring with our loud, fun families and friends.
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