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Mother’s Day Tips

April 28, 2008 by Jennifer Donovan

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Jennifer Donovan is a contributing editor for 5 Minutes for Mom and blogs at Snapshot.

We are joining up with Capessa to present 10 Tips for Celebrating Mother’s Day. Five of our tips are here, and five more tips can be found HERE on Capessa’s site. If you’d like to be entered to win a $200 American Express gift certificate, leave a comment on this post giving your favorite tip from each site.

5 Things to do for Yourself for Mother’s Day

  1. Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.
  2. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.
  3. Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).
  4. Alone on Mother’s Day? Team up with other single moms and their kids to celebrate. Do something fun that you and the kids all enjoy.
  5. Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.

Click HERE to read the other five tips on Capessa’s site. If you’d like to be entered to win a $200 American Express gift certificate, leave a comment on this post telling us your favorite tip from each site.

We’ll post the winner on May 4.

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  2. Ilissa H. says

    May 4, 2008 at 9:13 pm

    One this page my favorite tip is :
    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.
    One Capessa my favorite tip is:
    Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive. (this one is a really great idea!!)

    Thank you for the chance!

    Reply
  3. Eva says

    May 4, 2008 at 9:04 pm

    for fun

    Reply
  4. Helen Keeler says

    May 4, 2008 at 7:56 pm

    Cool ideals. Please enter me.

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  5. kathy pease says

    May 4, 2008 at 10:50 am

    breakfast in bed 🙂

    Reply
  6. Renee Turner says

    May 4, 2008 at 2:30 am

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend

    Reply
  7. Stephanie Bruce says

    May 4, 2008 at 1:50 am

    We did the plant idea after my mom passed, but i also found a journal was great, helped me remember what it was like to grow up with my mom and to be a mom to my two boys

    Reply
  8. keli gatlin says

    May 4, 2008 at 1:36 am

    Send an e-cardto your mom or if your mom is no longer around plant a tree in her memory. then take the family fishing, pack a healthy lunch, edamame beans with soy sauce over them, hummas with pita bread, string cheese and some salame.

    Happy Mothers day to all and to all whom are no longer here with us!

    Reply
  9. Barb Koslowski says

    May 4, 2008 at 1:09 am

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. My family enjoys a good old fashioned BBQ. It gives us all a chance to catch up on what’s going on in each others lives and also gives Mom a break from cooking dinner.

    I like the idea of a mother daughter outing too. Dad’s hearing is going and he doesn’t like to go to the movies anymore. I’m sure that Mom would love to watch a chick flick while munching on a bucket of hot buttered popcorn.

    Reply
  10. Debbie says

    May 4, 2008 at 12:28 am

    I definately like the sleep late tip!

    The other tip I like is giving a certificate for
    a manicure or pedicure

    Reply
  11. Heather C says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:52 pm

    Sleep Late! – favorite by far! 🙂

    Buy a plant! – even though it’s more than likely the plant will die within the month.

    Thank you!

    Reply
  12. Joy Venters says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:36 pm

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Alone on Mother’s Day? Team up with other single moms and their kids to celebrate. Do something fun that you and the kids all enjoy.

    Reply
  13. Michelle says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:04 pm

    My favorite tip from this site:
    3. Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).
    My favorite Capessa tip:
    4. Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.

    Reply
  14. A Casson says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:03 pm

    Family Picnic tip + PLease enter me into your contest, thank you.

    Reply
  15. Audrey Peterson says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:02 pm

    sleeping in and plant a garden

    Reply
  16. Kristen Hendricks says

    May 3, 2008 at 10:50 pm

    My favorite tip on this site is Sleep Late because it seems like moms can never get enough sleep especially those with young children. It would be nice if they could get some extra sleep for one day though. On Capessa’s site, my favorite tip is perhaps celebrating Mother’s Day by having a Mother-Daughter outing. I like this idea because I always want to get closer to my mom and having an outing could help us grow closer.

    Reply
  17. Stacy Johnson says

    May 3, 2008 at 10:44 pm

    I like to pack up and take the kids and dad for a bike ride around the lake and have a picnic at the park.

    Reply
  18. Beverly Pope says

    May 3, 2008 at 10:29 pm

    I love the eat out idea for me an my mom. I am a homeschool mom and a caterer, so my mom often helps me with catering jobs. Since I won’t let my husband in my kitchen (except to wash dishes), a day letting someone else cook is just what we need!

    Reply
  19. Linda Prock says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:43 pm

    If you can’t visit your Mother on Mother’s Day, please call her early in the day so she won’t spend the day wondering whether you remembered her. It’s heartbreaking when your Mother is all alone and knows you didn’t think to call her or send a card. EVERY Mother should be honored on Mother’s Day.

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  20. claudette flanigan says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:36 pm

    Instead of just buying a card for Mother’s Day, write your mother a letter. Tell her everything you love about her…mention a wonderful time the two of you shared during the past year. So much better than signing your name to someone else’s thoughts. Your mom will treasure such a personal letter.

    Reply
  21. Lily Kwan says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:01 pm

    I love the “Sleep late!” tip from this site and the “invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift” tip from the Capessa site.

    Reply
  22. philip halter says

    May 3, 2008 at 8:20 pm

    love to win

    Reply
  23. ~ .:: MiC ::. ~ says

    May 3, 2008 at 8:16 pm

    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
    I like the idea of writing a letter to yourself!

    I also like the scrapbook idea on the other site!

    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

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  24. lauren says

    May 3, 2008 at 7:53 pm

    i love the idea of buying matching flowers and spending time with the family, not just at a restaurant. it would be great to combine the two and have a family outing to buy the perfect flowers and then come back to plant them in the backyard and then take a potted one into the office. happy mothers day to all and thanks for the sweepstakes!

    Reply
  25. Donna Kozar says

    May 3, 2008 at 7:34 pm

    The main thing is to spend time with your mom.

    Reply
  26. Denise says

    May 3, 2008 at 7:34 pm

    I like the idea of getting matching plants from the Capessa site. We’ve both always loved plants.

    From 5 Minutes for Mom I like the journaling idea. I don’t do enough of that!

    Reply
  27. Daniel M says

    May 3, 2008 at 7:05 pm

    take the day off from chores, buy a plant

    Reply
  28. Amy Pedersen says

    May 3, 2008 at 7:02 pm

    Spend time with my kids.

    Reply
  29. Donna Clark says

    May 3, 2008 at 6:56 pm

    We celebrate Mother’s Day the day before or after with lunch out at a restaurant. Avoids the lines-who wants to wait in long lines to celebrate their “Mother’s Day”?

    Mother’s day is my day to pamper myself with a mini spa at home and my hubby cooks the main meal of the day.

    Reply
  30. Lara Aleff says

    May 3, 2008 at 6:25 pm

    Mother’s day is all about you! Sleep in, get a massage, and go out to the fanciest restaurant ever! Oh and eat some chocolate!

    Reply
  31. Timothy Sternberg says

    May 3, 2008 at 6:20 pm

    I like the tip to team up with other single moms.

    Reply
  32. Helen says

    May 3, 2008 at 5:49 pm

    I really like sleeping in! I don’t use that far enough.

    Reply
  33. Jennifer Dolan says

    May 3, 2008 at 5:49 pm

    What I would love to do is take all the women I know that are adults, and mothers, (including my mother, and my brothers wife, and myself) and go to have a good time while the dads watch the kids all day so we can feel footloose, and fancy free for once!
    Jennifer

    Reply
  34. Tammy Kennedy says

    May 3, 2008 at 5:17 pm

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.
    My mother is getting a candle basket since I live 1200 miles away.
    She loves candles so everytime she smells that scent she will remeber and think about how much I love her and miss her.

    Reply
  35. karen beaver says

    May 3, 2008 at 4:59 pm

    these are my picks:
    1.Take the day off from all your daily chores. You work hard all week doing laundry, cooking, cleaning dishes. Mother’s Day is officially your day off. Even better, tell the family you want a maid for the day instead of a bouquet of flowers.
    2. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Reply
  36. Susanne Troop says

    May 3, 2008 at 3:07 pm

    Here…Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    There…If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family.

    Reply
  37. Suanne Giddings says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:48 pm

    On Capessa – Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

    Over here I like – Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family – but please do not have me cooking and packing up a picnic.

    Thanks for such a great giveaway!

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  38. Storm says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:47 pm

    Being a single mother, I like this tip…
    Team up with other single moms and their kids to celebrate.

    Being a scrapbooker, I like this tip…
    Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her.

    Reply
  39. Julieh says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:10 pm

    Sleep late–nothing would make me happier!

    Reply
  40. * * HeLeN * * says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:09 pm

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    I like the idea of writing a letter to yourself!

    I also like the scrapbook idea on the other site!

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  41. Kam A says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:05 pm

    Over here I like “Sleep late!”

    On Capessa I like “Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her.”

    Reply
  42. Gianna says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:03 pm

    Sleeping in a buying each of us a houseplant sounds great 🙂

    Reply
  43. Susan Ford says

    May 3, 2008 at 1:32 pm

    Well, they all sound great to me but I think my favorites are the sleeping late idea and schedule a shampoo ones. I love having someone wash my hair and who doesn’t love to sleep in!

    Reply
  44. Linda L Gates says

    May 3, 2008 at 1:30 pm

    My favorites are to play your favorite music—at maximum volume (I love hard rock) and to escape by myself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.

    Reply
  45. Jack Mishler says

    May 3, 2008 at 1:28 pm

    I think the see a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike is great and also the idea of taking the day off from all the daily chores. I think I will use these for my wife this Mother’s Day. Thank you!

    Reply
  46. Michelle H. says

    May 3, 2008 at 1:02 pm

    I like “3. Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.” This would be special because it would show my mom that she is special enough to get a gift that took time and thought.

    I also like “Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.” It is important to look at ourselves and see how we are doing and in what areas we can improve.

    Reply
  47. mo. says

    May 3, 2008 at 12:26 pm

    great idea!

    Over here- I love not going out to eat and going on picnics, and families bond better

    Over there- I like doing a small scrapbook for her or writing a letter

    thanks for everything you guys have done for moms everywhere

    Reply
  48. kathy pease says

    May 3, 2008 at 12:20 pm

    love the scrap book idea 🙂

    Reply
  49. Theresa Wagner says

    May 3, 2008 at 12:14 pm

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family.

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  50. Tonya Williams says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:53 am

    Sleep in?!! What’s that? I’ll tell you what it is..a distant memory..lol

    And I love the scrapbook idea. If I ever find the time I would love to do one for not only myself/mother but for my daughter Mia and I also.

    Reply
  51. jan koontz says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:37 am

    sleeping in wow

    Reply
  52. susan p says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:07 am

    I like the sleep late tip…

    Reply
  53. Jennifer Robinson says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:03 am

    I love the idea of skipping the crowded restaurant to do something as a family, a picnic at the park might just be the best idea this year. I also like the idea of the plant for me and one for my mom. She is crazy about plants and would much rather have a plant to grow than cut flowers.

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  54. Terry Lipinski says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:01 am

    I don’t have my mom any more but I know which one I would choose. I would choose tellling her how much she meant to me by usng idea #3? Putting in writing endless reasons why she is so wonderful. I know I never told her enough. And as a mother, I would love to hear this from my kids!

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  55. Melanie Coleman says

    May 3, 2008 at 11:01 am

    The sleeping late & Buying the plants.

    Reply
  56. Marlo Atchison says

    May 3, 2008 at 10:49 am

    From this site: Sleep late

    From there: growing the same plant as my mom

    Reply
  57. sarah woods says

    May 3, 2008 at 10:48 am

    Get support and give and lend time and services from other single moms. Saves lots of stress from avoiding extra expense and spending money/ies that can be saved plus it saves on keeping your time in perspective.

    Reply
  58. Linda B says

    May 3, 2008 at 10:12 am

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.
    This would be my favorite tip. I love just spending time with the family and also being outdoors. We all love picnics.

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  59. Audrey says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:55 am

    Love the doing something as a family and the plant each thing. Getting matching plants, so original! Love it.

    Reply
  60. Beverly says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:51 am

    I like the idea from this site of journaling about your year as a mom.

    From Capessa site: I like the idea of buying a plant for you and mom. In fact, we are doing this – this year!

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  61. Danielle says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:37 am

    I love the idea of bying the same plants but it could cause competition. I also like the idea of sleeping in.

    Reply
  62. dana says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:15 am

    From this site: Sleep late
    From Capessa: catch a chick flick

    Reply
  63. Kesha says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:14 am

    I’m not a mom yet but I love the idea of doing something as a family. This is what I will do for my mom this year.

    Reply
  64. Paula Harmon says

    May 3, 2008 at 9:12 am

    I love the idea of being alone-I would like to browse a bookstore alone, when I have the kids with me I cannot look for me, I don’t leave the kids section!
    I also love the idea of buying a plant, # 5 on Capessa’s site.

    Reply
  65. Audrey says

    May 3, 2008 at 8:44 am

    1.Sleeping ln!
    2.Buy her and yourself the same plants.

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  66. Jeanine Price says

    May 3, 2008 at 7:52 am

    I like the tips:

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.

    I like these tips because I cannot be with my mom this Mother’s day 🙁

    Reply
  67. Linda Russell says

    May 3, 2008 at 7:42 am

    Sleep in late and make a scrapbook of your favorite memories with mom.

    Reply
  68. Amanda Dickerson says

    May 3, 2008 at 6:15 am

    I really like the idea of a family outing. For me being all together as a family is one of the best gifts in the world. I love flowers, candy and especially homemade cards, but a family outing gives you memories which last a lifetime. There is just something about doing things as a family which brings me such a feeling of happiness and contentment which nothing else can ever bring.

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  69. jen gersch says

    May 3, 2008 at 5:55 am

    sleep in

    Reply
  70. Danice Hall says

    May 3, 2008 at 5:00 am

    I like a mother-daughter outing and doing a family outing

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  71. CHARLES Johnson says

    May 3, 2008 at 5:00 am

    happy mother’s day to all mothers

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  72. Kathleen says

    May 3, 2008 at 3:49 am

    I liked the idea for a great Mother’s day on the 5 Minutes for Mom site. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.
    The Capessa site suggested that your Mom might like a Mother-Daughter outing. Catch a chick flick or go on a shopping excursion. You see that the quality time together is more important to me than a big present.

    Reply
  73. Brian E. says

    May 3, 2008 at 3:38 am

    My favorite MD ideas are :

    5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    AND

    2. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    And if you live far away from her, don’t forget to call !!!

    Reply
  74. Mitchell says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:30 am

    If you have more than 1 child, mom’s can have mom/son day, mom/daughter day, etc.. 🙂

    Reply
  75. vanessa hunter says

    May 3, 2008 at 2:23 am

    The plant idea was cute and very sentimental. (Capessa’s tip #5)

    Reply
  76. Sylvia Porter says

    May 3, 2008 at 1:43 am

    i’d really like to sleep late, that’s a really great idea, and the plant idea is really sweet!

    Reply
  77. Kelly T. says

    May 3, 2008 at 1:22 am

    We go to the botanical garden and out to brunch. She loves to look at all the floweres in bloom.

    Reply
  78. * * ALiesa * * says

    May 3, 2008 at 1:19 am

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    I like the idea of writing a letter to yourself!

    I also like the scrapbook idea on the other site!

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  79. Veronica Garrett says

    May 3, 2008 at 12:55 am

    take Mom ona Mother-Daughter outing and do something together as a family.

    Reply
  80. Darlene M says

    May 3, 2008 at 12:31 am

    From here, I love avoiding the restaurants and the crowd, you have better quality time by going on a picnic with the family,

    Over there I like the idea of having a mother daughter day

    Reply
  81. Bambie says

    May 3, 2008 at 12:24 am

    I like this tip – Alone on Mother’s Day? Team up with other single moms and their kids to celebrate. Do something fun that you and the kids all enjoy.

    People tend to forget that Single moms often miss out on Mother’s Day!

    Reply
  82. Wendy says

    May 3, 2008 at 12:00 am

    Just spending time with mom and I like to cook something special for her and give her a nice hanging basket!

    Reply
  83. david s says

    May 2, 2008 at 11:53 pm

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family & take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift.

    Reply
  84. kiyana says

    May 2, 2008 at 11:47 pm

    I like the sleep late tip fro here, and the letter/scrapbook telling mom how much you appreciate her or recounting a fun memory from the past!

    Reply
  85. Chrysa says

    May 2, 2008 at 11:36 pm

    From here I love the idea of skipping the restaurant. My favorite at Capessa is to send Mom two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.

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  86. Hannah says

    May 2, 2008 at 11:32 pm

    sleeping in late
    sending mom 2 gift certificates

    Reply
  87. Jennifer Furtado says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:58 pm

    My fav. comment is don’t feel bad taking the time to celebrate yourself and enjoy some time away from home.

    Reply
  88. tweaka says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:42 pm

    Oh how I would love to sleep late and then have dinner with my family.

    Reply
  89. Donna Mcmanus says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:35 pm

    Sleep In

    Reply
  90. Pamela White says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:28 pm

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety is a great tip from Capessa.

    Do something with other women is a variation 5 minutes tip.

    Reply
  91. Melissa V says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:20 pm

    thanks for the tips! i like ‘Sleep late!’ and
    ‘Make a small scrapbook or write a letter’. i will definitely be using these tips! 🙂

    Reply
  92. Susan White says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:14 pm

    I like sleeping in. That’s something I could really enjoy!
    Thanks

    Reply
  93. Sue S says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:35 pm

    Sleep In! & A Mother-Daughter outing.

    Reply
  94. Bruce says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:23 pm

    Thanks for the contest (and the great suggestions)

    Reply
  95. Jenny says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:14 pm

    Be sure to tell her you love her

    Reply
  96. Max says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:04 pm

    I’m all about sleeping late

    Reply
  97. Robert says

    May 2, 2008 at 8:39 pm

    Good ideas here.

    Reply
  98. Laura says

    May 2, 2008 at 8:39 pm

    I’ll have to call her, since I’m away at college

    Reply
  99. Angela Napolitano says

    May 2, 2008 at 8:24 pm

    A beautiful walk on the beach, but first a great cup of coffee with breakfast in bed!

    Reply
  100. Elizabeth M. says

    May 2, 2008 at 7:28 pm

    Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Reply
  101. Michelle Simons says

    May 2, 2008 at 7:21 pm

    Sleep late for me and make a small scrapbook. Me likes ideals!

    Reply
  102. Sandra says

    May 2, 2008 at 7:15 pm

    Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away and take mom on a Mother-Daughter outing.

    Thanks for sponsoring this contest!

    Reply
  103. Valerie says

    May 2, 2008 at 6:19 pm

    Sleeping in would be a luxury! My late mother planted flowers in my yard and they still bloom every year!! That was such a gift!

    Reply
  104. Judy says

    May 2, 2008 at 6:17 pm

    These are all great ideas! Prefer the picnic routine to the busy mad house at the restaurants on mother’s day.

    Reply
  105. Sherry Conrad says

    May 2, 2008 at 5:36 pm

    Doing something together as a family & matching plants are my fave ideas from both sites.

    Reply
  106. Jana (sidetrack'd) says

    May 2, 2008 at 5:12 pm

    On this side – definitely sleeping in! I don’t get that opportunity with an early riser and a newborn.

    On the other page – probably the idea of the plant/flowers to watch grow. Something we both could enjoy even if we couldn’t enjoy it together (mom lives in another city).

    Thanks for the great tips and another great giveaway!

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  107. Dan says

    May 2, 2008 at 5:11 pm

    Alone on Mother’s Day? Team up with other single moms and their kids to celebrate. Do something fun that you and the kids all enjoy.

    5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  108. Sylvia says

    May 2, 2008 at 5:04 pm

    Matching plants are great

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  109. Stefni says

    May 2, 2008 at 4:54 pm

    I love the idea of matching plants – a great idea to share with my daughter and my mother!!

    Reply
  110. Ed Nemmers says

    May 2, 2008 at 4:46 pm

    Sleep in; buy two plants.

    Reply
  111. jollyholly says

    May 2, 2008 at 4:40 pm

    On Capessa I like #5. Matching plants would be a lovely smile moment throughout the year since I live far away from Mom.
    On 5 Minutes For Mom I like #1. Most bloggers are journalers at heart I suspect.

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  112. allyson ayala says

    May 2, 2008 at 4:17 pm

    i love all the ideas posted. my girls and their boyfriends always cook a meal and invite their boyfriends family so we enjoy together and meet the other moms

    Reply
  113. Courtney S says

    May 2, 2008 at 4:01 pm

    1- Sleep late! I can always use more sleep but then I would want to do something together as a family.

    2- I love the mother daughter outing. A day of shopping, movies & going out to eat would be perfect!

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  114. Christine E. says

    May 2, 2008 at 3:39 pm

    I love Mother’s Day! My two favorite tips from the two sites are definitely to sleep late on Mother’s Day. I so miss sleeping late and it’s the only day of the year that I can do so without any guilt. My second favorite tip was to create a scrapbook for my mother as a mother’s day gift. I think gifts made from the heart are the most cherished. Happy Mother’s Day everyone!

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  115. Betty C says

    May 2, 2008 at 3:32 pm

    over here I love the idea of doing something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    from Capessa -Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her.

    My mom is 91 and is in a nursing home in another state. When I call her and we talk about the things we did together she is always so thankful that I remember those times. Time spent together is the best and memories of those times are precious.

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  116. Shaina Pearce says

    May 2, 2008 at 3:12 pm

    I like the tip about giving Mom a day to spend with HER mom. Meaningful, and relaxing for both!

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  117. Kathy says

    May 2, 2008 at 2:39 pm

    My favorite tips:

    Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.

    If she spends plenty of time with the kids, she might prefer a Mother-Daughter outing. Catch a chic flick or invite her on a shopping excursion.

    Reply
  118. Eva D says

    May 2, 2008 at 2:30 pm

    take a mommy day. Let the family take over your household chores for the day while you go get a pedicure or just go take a long soak in the tub

    Reply
  119. Jennifer H says

    May 2, 2008 at 2:19 pm

    1. Sleep in late!

    2. Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive

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  120. Izzie says

    May 2, 2008 at 2:15 pm

    My favorite mother’s day tip: Give mom a day of pampering at home. Avoid the crowds, and make mom feel like a million bucks. After doing her nails, her make-up, take a memory glamour photo of her. My Mom loved this. Then, give her a certificate for a dinner out on a quieter night than Mother’s Day.

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  121. Gina Smith says

    May 2, 2008 at 2:03 pm

    Sleeping in and then breakfast in bed!

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  122. Amy Lathrop says

    May 2, 2008 at 1:35 pm

    Do something as a family and from the Capessa site, the Mother-Daughter outing.

    Thanks so much

    [email protected]

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  123. phillip stacy says

    May 2, 2008 at 1:35 pm

    It is a day to reflect on what it means to be a mother and what can you do to be a better mother.

    Reply
  124. Jennifer C says

    May 2, 2008 at 12:49 pm

    Sleep In!!! That is the best tip ever!! Also making a small scrapbook of special memories is great. I’ve done that for my MIL of our wedding, and 1 of each of my daughters infant/toddler years. She LOVED them.

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  125. William Sims says

    May 2, 2008 at 11:56 am

    would love to win

    Reply
  126. Nettie Amendola says

    May 2, 2008 at 11:06 am

    #2 on this site. Family time should always be priority!

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  127. Nicole Price says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:42 am

    The tips I liked were “Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away” and “Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety.” I always end up feeling guilty when I do something for myself. And my mom loves flowers. She has a really beautiful garden with a variety of flowers. I’ve always given her flowers for Mother’s Day and many of them still come back. As for me…no plants please…I have a black thumb 🙂

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  128. Steve Scott says

    May 2, 2008 at 10:20 am

    I love to sleep in, but noone else in my family will let me.

    Reply
  129. Kathy Conley says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:56 am

    Sleep late! I can always use more of that. The Mother-Daughter outing is a great idea as well!

    Reply
  130. kathy taylor says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:54 am

    I think sleeping in is the first thing then breakfast in bed then whatever else my kids have planned for the day.

    Reply
  131. Amy C. says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:25 am

    *Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year
    *Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike

    These are my 2 favorite ideas. I love flowers/plants and I think this would be a sweet idea for my Mom and I to do together.
    I also like the idea of a picnic and a hike on Mother’s Day. As long as I can bring my camera to snap some shots, this is right up my alley. 🙂

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  132. Nanette Olson says

    May 2, 2008 at 9:02 am

    My favorite tips are:
    1. If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday.

    3. Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).pen to celebrate with your own family.

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  133. Margaret Carver says

    May 2, 2008 at 7:59 am

    Mothers Day is great! You can spend the day enjoying your family, then have an evening out with with friends.

    Reply
  134. Angela Napolitano says

    May 2, 2008 at 7:19 am

    Breakfast in bed, and a quiet walk!

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  135. Ashley says

    May 2, 2008 at 6:05 am

    From the Capessa site, “Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.”

    From this site, I love the sleep in idea!

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  136. Huguette E. says

    May 2, 2008 at 5:47 am

    Here my favorite tip is “Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family”

    At Capessa’s my favorite tip is “Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety”

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  137. Michelle B says

    May 2, 2008 at 1:52 am

    My favorite where:
    on Capessa’s site – Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.
    and
    here – Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Reply
  138. Samantha Pruitt says

    May 2, 2008 at 1:24 am

    i like the sleeping late thing, and the plant idea is really great

    Reply
  139. Linda Iverson says

    May 2, 2008 at 12:57 am

    Buy live plants so she can enjoy them for years to come.

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  140. Cassandra says

    May 2, 2008 at 12:50 am

    Going to sleep and sleeping for a week. I just wake up and take 8 or 9 natural melatonin and just exist in dreams. Its healthy!

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  141. Kristie Noguera says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:29 pm

    At your site, my favorite idea is sleep in. This would be the best gift anybody could give me and I am sure I will actually get to sleep in on Mother’s Day.

    On Capessa’s site – I like the idea to buy a plant. I would really appreciate that gift.

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  142. Erica G says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:23 pm

    over here: Spending time alone

    Capessa: buy mom a plant

    Reply
  143. Karrie says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:15 pm

    Sleeping late

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  144. LivingforGod says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:03 pm

    My favorite tip from here: #2 Do something together as a family. I love spending time with my family!

    My favorite tip from Capessa’s site: #3 Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. What a great idea!

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  145. Mary K says

    May 1, 2008 at 10:58 pm

    I like spending time with my family. Having my daughter and grandaughter with me on Mother’s Day is perfect.

    Reply
  146. israel y says

    May 1, 2008 at 10:23 pm

    favorite tips:
    1. Sleeping late
    and
    2. Gift certificate for a manicure
    thanks for the contest

    Reply
  147. Michelle says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:51 pm

    A walk in a Botanical Gardens is a way to bond and relax!

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  148. J Hubbard says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:48 pm

    #1 is great:
    1. If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family.

    And Also #5 on this site:
    Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.

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  149. Jill H says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:46 pm

    I like Tip #2 which is instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike. And for the other one,

    5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  150. Matt says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:43 pm

    I would love for mom to sleep in, she sure could use it!
    AND:
    Make a small scrapbook of the fun times we’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her.

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  151. Mannon says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:40 pm

    Sleep In!!

    buying two plants, nothing better than a reminder of the ones we love

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  152. Crystal says

    May 1, 2008 at 8:08 pm

    5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    I think this would personally be a good tip for me along with any other person who has a mother who loves plants. MY mother is absolutely gaga for plants. I don’t mind one hanging around either, I would probably grab some bamboo for each of us since she recently said she wanted some. So this totally will beat out my sister who is getting her some scratch offs, lol.

    1. Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.

    I think I would probably write a journal entry or letter reflecting my feelings on what happened and how I felt the past year about being a parent, I would probably save them and implement them into a scrapbook for my daughters when they get older. I want them to know what to look forward to when they have children of their own.

    This is an especially good tip I think because young mothers don’t really think about mother’s day in this light. Of what they could do for themselves, how can they make themselves feel worth a million dollars on mother’s day. I think this is one of the ways, just to sit back and take the time to think about the times you spend with your children and the values and lessons you teach them throughout the year. Kind of makes me feel good just thinking about it.

    Thank you for the tips, I appreciate it. Also happy Mother’s Day!

    Crystal

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  153. Misslissa says

    May 1, 2008 at 7:19 pm

    I like:

    Sleeping late, cause I never get to and Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety, I’ve always done this.

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  154. Mary says

    May 1, 2008 at 6:52 pm

    Like the idea of going someplace special like an art gallery or botanical garden with Mom.

    She like flowers, so a plant for each of us to watch grow is a good idea.

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  155. P Hafner says

    May 1, 2008 at 4:53 pm

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family

    Reply
  156. Connie G says

    May 1, 2008 at 4:40 pm

    I think to sleep late would be great.

    Reply
  157. christina Newton says

    May 1, 2008 at 3:56 pm

    i say sleep in

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  158. Noreen says

    May 1, 2008 at 3:54 pm

    5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?). (I do plan on this one though the giggling will wake me up)

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  159. Alice C says

    May 1, 2008 at 3:30 pm

    Alone on Mother’s Day? Team up with other single moms and their kids to celebrate. Do something fun that you and the kids all enjoy.

    Reply
  160. britt-sparkledvintagecharm says

    May 1, 2008 at 3:16 pm

    greattips!
    on here- go on a hike with your family
    on there-buy yourself and your Mom a potted plant and
    watch their growth

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  161. Vicki says

    May 1, 2008 at 3:16 pm

    I would have to say #2 not having to wait in line and all the hussle and bussle of the resturant scence just something quite and alone with the family

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  162. Jennifer Darlington says

    May 1, 2008 at 3:12 pm

    I am very pleased that I found a website like the twin mothers. You all had some wonderfull tips for mothers gifts. I am going to make my mother a scrap book of the last years picts that reall shine through all the great times we shared together with her grandchildren, and memorys made this last year. Thanks for all the tips, and creative ideas. I will put them to use for me. Happy mothers day to all of you!

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  163. Sarah Hirsch says

    May 1, 2008 at 2:56 pm

    I like the idea of spending time alone. I know the day is supposed to be about being a mother and being a family, but I never get any time alone any other day, so it would be able to use mother’s day as a chance for a little “me time.”

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  164. Joanna Smith says

    May 1, 2008 at 2:49 pm

    From the Capessa website I like Tip #3 which is to make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

    This is so true and I do believe that gifts from the heart are always priceless!

    From your website (5 Minutes for Mom) I like Tip #2 which is instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    With our busy schedules we do not spend enough QUALITY time as a family and to me the best Mothers Day gift is to make a QUALITY memory out of the day that will stay with me in the years to come.

    I truly enjoyed entering this giveaway because it made me reflect on what is truly important in life and made me think a lot about what changes I need to think about making in the future to achieve those things in life that are most important to me. Thank you for providing me with this vehicle to do that!

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  165. Wendy says

    May 1, 2008 at 1:42 pm

    I really want to give this to my mom because she really deserves it and she would be so excited and happy

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  166. LeahSB says

    May 1, 2008 at 12:46 pm

    I like the idea of reflecting on the past year of being a mom. I think we get into a rut of our everyday responsibilities that we don’t cherish motherhood like we should.

    I also liked the idea to take your mother out to eat. I would really enjoy it if my children would do that for me because I really enjoy being around my children.

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  167. Dottie L Hubbard says

    May 1, 2008 at 12:17 pm

    Spending time alone and the two plant idea are great.

    Reply
  168. Gloria says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:55 am

    A wisteria plant for the yard would be lovely. They smell fabulous! And a nice long bath with no one knocking at the door!

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  169. Aimee says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:40 am

    Oh my favorites are 1) Sleeping in…I don’t care if I get a meal out of it…I just want to sleep in and not feed my daughter breakfast! 2) Having a mother-daughter outing to celebrate with my mom. That would be a perfect gift for my mom!

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  170. Tammy Darling says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:22 am

    My favorites:
    3. Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

    3. Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).

    Thanks for the contest.

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  171. Meg says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:09 am

    I like the tip to avoid restaurant crowds…..we always avoid restaurants on holidays like this one….who wants a memory of being stressed out in a crowded room? Mother’s Day is supposed to be LESS stressful. :0)

    I like the mother-daughter outing idea. This is something that needs to be done at other times of the year, too, not just on Mom’s Day!

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  172. Bebemiqui says

    May 1, 2008 at 11:07 am

    I like your tip to sleep late and their tip to buy plants for both of us. Great giveaway! Count me in. bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  173. christ says

    May 1, 2008 at 10:40 am

    oops! hit submit too quick.

    i like 2 here and 1 at Capessa. Go grandmas too!

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  174. ch says

    May 1, 2008 at 10:39 am

    i like 2 here and 1 at Capessa. Go moms!

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  175. linda n says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:41 am

    A walk on the boardwalk followed by pizza, water ice and fudge!

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  176. Julie Donahue says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:33 am

    Avoid the restaurant, and write a letter to Mom.

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  177. Alissa says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:23 am

    From here: Sleeping in! (Something we all need to do every once in a while!)

    From Capessa: Scrapbooking mom and daughter memories. There couldn’t be a more personal gift.

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  178. Leigh Nichols says

    May 1, 2008 at 9:18 am

    Gotta be sleep in, hands down!

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  179. Mikki says

    May 1, 2008 at 8:29 am

    Thanks for these little tips.
    I love the ones about getting out and doing something different and since I can’t be with my mom – I will be sending her a special treat.

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  180. HOPE TEICH says

    May 1, 2008 at 8:26 am

    AWESOME

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  181. Nicole says

    May 1, 2008 at 7:57 am

    Pizza in the park sounds like fun, I’ve never thought of that. We usually get KFC on our park trips but pizza would be a nice change!

    I also like the idea of a one on one movie or shopping trip, but my mom is so busy with all her other activities that I can’t even get her to cash in her birthday gift from October which was a mother/daughter pedicure trip!

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  182. Michele Guinsburg says

    May 1, 2008 at 7:54 am

    Sleeping in and plants for gifts!

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  183. Patricia says

    May 1, 2008 at 7:34 am

    I like the idea of a special girl’s day out to a special event together with my mom, maybe a trip to a botanical garden.

    I. also, would buy each of us an indoor plant to watch it’s growth together.

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  184. Gina says

    May 1, 2008 at 7:05 am

    My favorite tip from the Capessa site is #4. I love the idea of not only giving her a gift certificate but also giving her the gift of someone to share it with – how thoughtful!

    My favorite tip from this site is #1- so often we focus on spending time with our families, which is wonderful of course, but what a great addition it would be to spend some time reflecting on the past year as a mother. Not only would I benefit from thinking back, but writing it down would create a gift to be treasured for generations to come. Imagine the value of passing it on to your children when they become parents and they to their children and so on… I love, love, LOVE the idea of that!!

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  185. Modern Mami says

    May 1, 2008 at 6:58 am

    I like the sleeping late tip and the shopping excursion with your own mom. Very good ideas!

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  186. Susan S. says

    May 1, 2008 at 6:39 am

    How I love the idea of sleeping in, as my little guy is usually a very early riser!

    Also like the idea of Mom and I watching the same flowering plant through the seasons.

    All wonderful ideas!

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  187. Kirsten says

    May 1, 2008 at 3:45 am

    I like tip number 5 HOWEVER I bet after a bit Mom’s would look fantastic and mine, well, mine just might be a little on the dead side. 🙂 I try….

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  188. Crystal F says

    May 1, 2008 at 2:51 am

    Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed.

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Thank you!

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  189. Carole says

    May 1, 2008 at 1:17 am

    I like the fact that somebody says out loud that maybe what some of us Mom’s want on Mother’s Day is some alone time! I’ve always liked a little time to myself to reflect on the year and what it’s been to me as both a mother and a daughter. Too many people seem to think this odd. Thanks!

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  190. Susan Ledet says

    May 1, 2008 at 1:06 am

    I really like tip #3 – “Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive”. That’s a wonderful idea. My Mom is 78 and I am so fortunate that she lives directly across the street from me. I tell her and my Dad that I love them every day.

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  191. Sarah Fischer says

    May 1, 2008 at 12:04 am

    5 min. for mom – I like the take some time away tip.

    Capessa – make a scrapbook tip but also the buy yourself a plant one.

    Sarah F
    [email protected]

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  192. Carol B says

    April 30, 2008 at 11:04 pm

    Just to have someone do the laudry

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  193. Sandra Schmidt says

    April 30, 2008 at 10:52 pm

    From the 5 Minutes For Mom website: Sleep late would be heaven!
    From Capessa: spending time with my mom. I like doibg the Saturday night together so then I have Sunday free.

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  194. Mike says

    April 30, 2008 at 10:47 pm

    Taking mom out for family time and steering clear of the restaurants is a great idea. Best of all: let her know how much you appreciate her.

    Reply
  195. Terri D says

    April 30, 2008 at 9:56 pm

    I knew I was a grown-up when I realized that everything my Mom had been telling me all of these years was right.

    Reply
  196. Sierra Rendon says

    April 30, 2008 at 9:12 pm

    My family is going to hold a yard sale on Mother’s Day! We will get all day to hang out and maybe even make some money! 🙂

    From Capessa: I love scrapbooking and a scrapbook of my favorite memories with Mom is something I totally want to do!

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  197. Tracy in VA says

    April 30, 2008 at 8:38 pm

    Call her and tell her that you love her!

    Reply
  198. Charm Jewelry says

    April 30, 2008 at 6:28 pm

    I like getting away from the hussle and bussle and being with the fam!

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  199. Maggie Mannwieler says

    April 30, 2008 at 6:24 pm

    The best Mother’s Day gift I gave to my Mom one year, along with my sisters and sister-in-laws was to put together a “formal” tea party at my home. They all came wearing their Easter dresses, fancy hats and gloves. I sat them at white linen topped round tables and offered them several different teas, finger sandwiches, fruit salad and chocolate treats. Then each person was given their tea cup and saucer and their chocolate treats to take home, as well as the floral centerpieces. We all then drove to a tea house shoppe, pooled our funds, and bought “Mom” her favorite tea pot. We took lots of pictures and everyone still talks about the tea party to this day.

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  200. Tia Carter says

    April 30, 2008 at 6:20 pm

    i hope i win

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  201. Shelba Lanham says

    April 30, 2008 at 5:12 pm

    Thakns for the great givaway!

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  202. Shelba Lanham says

    April 30, 2008 at 5:10 pm

    Yes take a day to relax and sleep!

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  203. Tracey says

    April 30, 2008 at 4:23 pm

    From your site:

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike. I couldn’t agree with you more on this one.
    As someone who worked on Mother’s Day in restaurants that is the last place I’d want to be. Too busy and stressful. A quiet, happy, peaceful day is what I’d want.

    From the other site:

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year. I love this idea. The nature and nurture all in one. Plants and flowers make everyone happy!

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  204. Tarah says

    April 30, 2008 at 2:38 pm

    Sleeping late and having my mom come over for a special dinner

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  205. April W. says

    April 30, 2008 at 2:27 pm

    From here: I love the idea is sleeping in! That is heavenly!

    And from the other site: I love the idea of making a small scrapbook to document the times and memories you have loved most with your Mom.

    Great giveaway!

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  206. Cassidy says

    April 30, 2008 at 1:18 pm

    I love the idea of sleeping in (from 5 Minutes for Mom) and would probably end up with soggy cereal and cold coffee that was made way to weak or that tastes sort of muddy LOL but it’s the thought that counts 🙂

    I also love the idea of sending my mom two gift certificates for manicures and pedicures (from Capessa). I know she would take my aunt with her and it would be perfect since I know both of my mom and my aunt and way over worked and stressed out. I think I might just go ahead and do that.

    Thanks for all the tips and the great giveaway!

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  207. Teri says

    April 30, 2008 at 1:16 pm

    The sleeping late one I liked from 5 minutes

    and from Capessa-
    I like the idea of having my mom come over for a special dinner or taking special time with just me and her.

    Happy mothers day to all mothers out there!

    I hope you all do something fun for your special day!

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  208. Kelly N says

    April 30, 2008 at 1:03 pm

    There were a lot of great tips on both sites!

    The two I liked the most are

    (1)(From 5 Minutes For Mom) Doing something as a family instead of Sunday crowds at a restaurant.

    and

    (2)(Capessa) Buy her and yourself the same plants

    Thank you for the great giveaway!

    themonkinme(at)gmail(dot)com

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  209. Tammy says

    April 30, 2008 at 12:48 pm

    I like this one from your site Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend. == And on Capessa’s site I like the one about getting the same kind of plants for me and Mom!

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  210. Rebecca says

    April 30, 2008 at 11:35 am

    I like the scrapbook page and spending time together as a family. Both are postive, and both will accentuate the people I love! 🙂

    Super contest by the way! THANKS for the Mother’s Day tips!

    Prayers and Blessings!
    Rebecca

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  211. Sarah says

    April 30, 2008 at 11:11 am

    I like the tip of taking my mom out for dinner as a gift. It is a nice break and quality time with her.
    I also like the tip to sleep in late! Yes, this is a wonderful idea, and I think I will do just that!

    Thanks for a super contest! I am really hoping to be the lucky winner!

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  212. linda says

    April 30, 2008 at 10:29 am

    houseplants and picnics are great ideas. thanks.

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  213. Cathi says

    April 30, 2008 at 9:20 am

    My favorite tip is to have a picnic in a park rather than braving the crowded restaurants on Mother’s Day. Not only will I appreciate it. The children will really enjoy it. Thank you for the great advice.

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  214. Amy says

    April 30, 2008 at 8:49 am

    I like the idea of buying two plants to watch grow and to use as a reminder of your mom. I also like the idea of skipping a restaurant (too crowded) and doing something as a family instead.

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  215. Susan says

    April 30, 2008 at 7:31 am

    I don’t get along with my mom anymore but from the ideas on the other site I really liked the idea of
    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.
    I would have done this a few years ago if I had thought about it. Then I would have a reminder now that we did have good times. Oh, well…..
    I have a great daughter and we spend lots of time together and no husband so the sleeping in wouldn’t work here but a picnic in the park is what we already have planned.

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  216. Nathan C says

    April 30, 2008 at 3:23 am

    sleeping in is the best!

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  217. Caryn Bailey says

    April 30, 2008 at 2:38 am

    This is my favorite from Capessa: Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.
    And this is my favorite from here: Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).

    Wow!!!

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  218. janet lindsey says

    April 30, 2008 at 2:05 am

    TO ALL MOTHER’S,MAY EVERYDAY MOTHER’S DAY,AND APPRECIATE YOUR MOTHER EVERYDAY BECAUSE WE ONLY GET ONE MOTHER,TREAT HER LIKE A PEARL IN A OYSTER SHELL.

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  219. Sonya says

    April 30, 2008 at 1:44 am

    I love the idea of skipping the restaurant and doing something together. I also love the idea of going shopping with mom, since she LOVES to shop!

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  220. Kim M says

    April 30, 2008 at 1:38 am

    Sleep late! that’s a big no brainer!!

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  221. Tracy says

    April 30, 2008 at 1:33 am

    Sleep in!!!
    I love the idea of making a scrapbook for my mother.
    NEver would have thought of that – thank you.

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  222. Kristi Blackstone says

    April 30, 2008 at 1:05 am

    Alone on Mother’s Day? Team up with other single moms and their kids to celebrate. Do something fun that you and the kids all enjoy. ! I will be so agree on this one!

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  223. Tabitha says

    April 30, 2008 at 12:51 am

    I love the idea of giving flowers that bloom each year. We did this for my mom after her first grandchild was born. Every year when the lilacs bloom she thinks of her grandson.

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  224. Albert Hank says

    April 30, 2008 at 12:45 am

    Make sure at least you buy a card…..A card means more than a expensive gift

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  225. Ashley Henley says

    April 30, 2008 at 12:27 am

    i try to compile a bunch of pictures from the previous year to give to my mom on mothers day

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  226. Michelle says

    April 30, 2008 at 12:22 am

    I love the idea of reflecting on the year, I’m going to do that. I also liked the idea of buying flowers and thinking of each other. Thanks for the tips and great giveaway! 😀

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  227. Julie says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:44 pm

    Escape for a couple of hours after celebrating with fam

    Make a small scrapbook for your own mom

    Thanks!

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  228. Aimee says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:37 pm

    What great tips all the way around! From the Capressa site I liked and thought most appropraie in my situation Number 2. If she spends plenty of time with the kids, she might prefer a Mother-Daughter outing. Catch a chic flick or invite her on a shopping excursion. From the tips here — even though it might not be a popular answer, I liked “Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.” I love my family and children, but am the typf of person that needs alone/private time to recharge so that I can be a better person,wife and mommy.

    Great tips! Thanks!

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  229. R Hicks says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:24 pm

    GRAB UNRESTRICTED ZZZZs

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  230. Peggy Miller says

    April 29, 2008 at 10:12 pm

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

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  231. Alicia says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:44 pm

    Sleep late of course. But the word “scrap”book cheapens the meaning of it. Maybe call it something else, like a memories book or a picture journal.

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  232. Deb - Mom of 3 Girls says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:33 pm

    I like all of the tips, but I think my favorites are spending the day together as a family, and buying your mother and yourself a flower or outdoor plant to remind you of each other. 🙂

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  233. Cathy Truman says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:22 pm

    Please enter me.
    Thanks so much for the contest.

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  234. crystal nevcherlian says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:01 pm

    sleeping in and the alone time sound wonderful to me since i havent had either in 14 years!!!

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  235. Vicki Wurgler says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:31 pm

    Sleep late – husband can handle the kids and their routines
    Make a scrapbook about your fun times-add a lot of pictures and your own thoughts and feelings

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  236. Debra Ford says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:15 pm

    I really appreciate your tip to take the time to reflect on your year as a mom. We are so caught up in the day to day that we rarely take time to stop and just THINK! From capessa’s site, I really agreed with the comment about giving plants. Each year, I make my mother some containers for her shade garden. I grow coleus and other shade plants from seed and cuttings I’ve overwintered and love to see them thrive in my mom’s garden.

    Thanks for the great giveaway.

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  237. Linda Moore says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:07 pm

    Toss that annoying ole alarm clock in the trash can!,yea!

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  238. Beverley Justice says

    April 29, 2008 at 7:38 pm

    Sleeping in, and then enjoying an afternoon picnic out by the river sounds absolutely wonderful.

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  239. Katherine Ellis says

    April 29, 2008 at 7:23 pm

    Great ideas! I especially like the picnic idea!

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  240. Molly Capel says

    April 29, 2008 at 7:23 pm

    Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.

    . Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

    These are my favorite two suggestions (one from each site). As a busy mom, I love my kids, but it would be lovely to have the afternoon or evening “off”. And what better way to honor my own mom, than to make her a scrapbook.

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  241. Deb says

    April 29, 2008 at 7:01 pm

    Sleep late! Wouldn’t that be great!

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  242. Katharine Davis says

    April 29, 2008 at 6:49 pm

    Here:
    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike (which I LOVE to do)
    There:
    Capessa’s tip of buying her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. (which I plan to do)

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  243. Nancy says

    April 29, 2008 at 6:27 pm

    I love to buy my Mom (and also my Grandma) a live plant. I think buying one for myself, too is a great idea! Thanks for the tip!

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  244. Harriett T. says

    April 29, 2008 at 6:03 pm

    Here: Single mom’s getting together. Every mother needs love on Mother’s Day

    There: I love the scrap book tip. I am a person that is very sentimental.

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  245. Sara says

    April 29, 2008 at 6:01 pm

    Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting… I not only parent my own child but 2 step daughters and my neice and nephew full time. I religously write in my journal everyday!! :))

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  246. Marci P says

    April 29, 2008 at 5:48 pm

    I like the idea of the the planting from Capessa site. My mother passed away many years ago and they planted a treat in her memory at the school she taught at. My daughter and I have planted strawberries the last three years.

    And we never go out on Mother’s day. To go out means you have to fight with crowds and often it’s not enjoyable. Our mothers days are ALWAYS home and more about being together than ‘doing the mother’s day thing.’

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  247. Jane K says

    April 29, 2008 at 5:44 pm

    Here:
    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.
    There:
    5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  248. Cindi says

    April 29, 2008 at 5:23 pm

    Good Afternoon! From your site, I like the getting away for awhile. I would love to look around in our small hometown bookstore! Maybe, even shop for a fun new outfit! From the Capessa site, I like the idea of buying perennials for outdoor planting. When you receive a plant from someone, you always think of them when you see that plant. My sister and I have made sure to dig some of our mom’s many plantings for our own yards. They are in honor of her memory! Thanks,Cindi

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  249. Jessica T says

    April 29, 2008 at 5:02 pm

    My mom passed away suddenly 4 years ago – so my favourite tip is ” Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.” I’d pick one up for me and my sisters to remind us of her – something really bright and spunky!

    I also love the tip “Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike. ” We often go to the beach and get fish and chips and have a picnic! Thanks for the other great ideas too~

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  250. MARY HOFMANN says

    April 29, 2008 at 4:59 pm

    Make your mom the best Mother’s Day card, all you need is a bunch of family, a big blacktop driveway and buckets of chalk! Sneak in the night before (que the Dad in) and have fun! 3000 square feet of driveway ended up being the best Mother’s Day gift my Mom ever received.

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  251. Sue Farrell says

    April 29, 2008 at 4:53 pm

    The two ideas I like best are–sleeping late and buying two like plants for yourself and your mother.

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  252. April says

    April 29, 2008 at 4:33 pm

    Sleeping in later.

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  253. Christy says

    April 29, 2008 at 4:19 pm

    I like the picnic and scrapbook ideas. 🙂

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  254. Anne Dreher says

    April 29, 2008 at 4:12 pm

    Tip from this site:
    Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  255. Tori Shelton says

    April 29, 2008 at 3:54 pm

    sleeping in late would be the ultimate luxury.

    writing my own mother a thoughtful letter has inspired me, i’m going to start working on it now!

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  256. Chrystal says

    April 29, 2008 at 3:45 pm

    Sleeping in and spending time together.

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  257. Heather says

    April 29, 2008 at 3:08 pm

    My two favorites are;
    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

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  258. Jendi says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:59 pm

    I’d love the sleeping late while hubby feeds them tip for me.
    The plant idea is neat for my mother. I usually buy my mom and MIL a plant, but never thought of getting the same one for me to watch.

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  259. Tara Hill says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:38 pm

    Ok, for sure the SLEEP LATE tip! I have a 12 week old, and I don’t remember what it is to sleep late. The breakfast in bed sounds good, too! From Capessa, I’m thinking the shopping or movie! Sounds like a great day to me!! Thanks!

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  260. Paige says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:37 pm

    I like the idea of avoiding the typical Mother’s Day brunch and going out with the family. Maybe we should play miniature golf this year if the sun is shining.

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  261. Audrey b says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:36 pm

    I love the family picnic and reflecting on the year.

    Also love buying a plant (orchid) for mymom and myself, might include my sisters who are moms too

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  262. callmeabookworm says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:17 pm

    Now that’s inspiration for you 😉 I love your suggestion for doing something together as a family. A Picnic sounds fun. And the gardening idea From Capessa is GREAT. What’s pretty amazing is that Hubby decided to gift with a flower bed for Mother’s Day and is out digging up the backyard and planting rose bushes every day! Talk about great minds thinking alike :))

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  263. jimmy rugland says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:15 pm

    I like the sleep in tip. But I also like the weekend getaway comment. There are some great deals for weekend trips. Just to get away from it all and have some peace and quiet. Which I think she would really appreciate.

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  264. pat krueger says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:12 pm

    I never thought of scrapbooking. That is a great idea. My mom would also like the sleep-in tip. Although she doesn’t trust anyone to cook her breakfast. She’s the gourmet and the rest of us stay out of the kitchen on her orders. LOL.

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  265. mike groesbeck says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:08 pm

    I too like the scrapbooking idea. But I’m also go to het my mom a weekend getaway to Miami Beach. Hotel, spa, and dinner for two nights.

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  266. Staci K says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:18 pm

    i like the scrapbooking tip

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  267. Belinda Abel says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:17 pm

    From the Capessa site,I like the mother-daughter outing sans kids tip. Just the 2 of us getting some rare mom-daughter time without interruption.
    From 5 Minutes For Mom, I have to say SLEEPING LATE – Yes, yes, yes! – and letting hubby take care of the morning routine!

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  268. Sandi says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:15 pm

    If you want to give your Mother a gift she will appreciate, think back to all the gifts she has given you. These would be the items she would like to receive.

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  269. Kathy Scott says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:12 pm

    Spend some quality time with mom, but also give her some quality time of her own alone.

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  270. Angela J says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:59 pm

    Let your mother wake up before hauling in a tray for her breakfast!

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  271. Amber says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:58 pm

    From this site: I love the idea of taking some time to reflect on the past year of motherhood. This is only my second Mother’s Day as a mom and so much has changed in the last year. What a blessing to reflect on the trials and triumphs that motherhood brings!

    From Capessa: I appreciate the idea of setting a date for Saturday night to leave Sunday open for other family gatherings. My own mother passed away when I was 15, and while I love my in-laws and treat them as my own family, it would be nice to have some time with just my husband and son to celebrate with just our little family.

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  272. Charlette says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:40 pm

    i like the scrapbooking tip and spending time seeing a movie together

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  273. Monique Rizzo says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:37 pm

    Having my kids and hubby pack me up and take me to Disneyland for the weekend!

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  274. Jennifer Callahan says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:27 pm

    I actually like tip #5 on each site. I love to browse alone in the bookstore and sit down with a good book and hot Chai Latte!
    Also would love to buy “matching plants” for my mom and myself!

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  275. Holly says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:03 pm

    Never expect the kid’s or their dad to know what you want on your special day! Communicate your exact expectations concerning meals, gifts, chores and everything on that day! Men & kids do not read minds, nor do they for the most part really get it (what you need that day)! Tell them what you expect and you will be Happy on your special day!!

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  276. lorrieanne says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:57 am

    time with family is more important than stuff. so i like #1 on Capeesa and #2 on this site. thanks.

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  277. Ann says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:53 am

    Well my 2 favorites are the following:
    * definitely sleep late, with 3 kids in the house of which the youngest is 11 months this doesn’t happen enough!
    * the Capessa one has to be the scrapbook for me as my mom lives in Belgium and I only see her once every 2 years. I know there’s the phone and email but a scrapbook makes it so more real for her. She knows a lot of love goes in the scrapbook.
    Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  278. tim brown says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:24 am

    scrapbook for your mom.
    THANK YOU GOD BLESS

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  279. Jason says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:15 am

    Definetly sleeping late would be great.

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  280. Susan Chester says

    April 29, 2008 at 11:08 am

    From the Capessa site, I love the tip about buying plants from the same variety, this is a good idea and I am going to do it. From this site I like the idea of reflecting on your year, kids grow up so fast!

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  281. Marcia Leigh Dier says

    April 29, 2008 at 10:51 am

    Sometimes simpler is better. Last Mother’s Day, my husband took me out for breakfast, but when we got to his chosen restaurant we found the wait to be 1 hour–no reservations taken.

    Well, we decided to drop by McDonald’s for a quick, easy breakfast and spent the rest of the day with our daughter and grandchildren. Really nice day!

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  282. Liz says

    April 29, 2008 at 10:21 am

    From here, I like tip #2. I love going on walks with my family and eating outside now that the weather is nice and warm.

    From Capessa, I like the idea of tending to similar plants, reminding us of each other. We both love plants and flowers.

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  283. Karla Vetter says

    April 29, 2008 at 10:20 am

    Picnics are a great idea! It is a great relaxation too.

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  284. Aliah D. says

    April 29, 2008 at 10:19 am

    I love the Five Minutes for Mom tip for just spending time with my family–no other commitments, just enjoying each other’s company and doing something fun. The Capressa tip I like the most is receiving a gift certificate for a mani or pedi. That would be bliss!

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  285. Diana says

    April 29, 2008 at 10:10 am

    I like the sleeping in and the buying of plants. you can plant a garden with the plant from each year and make a mom garden.

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  286. Kimberly says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:59 am

    Enjoy those handcrafted childrens items you receive. I scrapbook them or display them on mothers day.

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  287. Lisa Fosses says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:56 am

    I like the Sleep Late tip

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  288. Trish says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:40 am

    I like tip 3 on 5 Minutes for Mom and tip 2 on Capessa.

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  289. mjenningsdesigns says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:32 am

    3. Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).

    5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  290. ANNE S says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:27 am

    I pick your #2 picnic and Capessa’s “out to lunch.”

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  291. Heather says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:16 am

    I like the idea of doing something together as a family like a movie/picnic. I also like Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.
    Great ideas!

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  292. hazel hunt says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:14 am

    nice

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  293. Sarah says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:10 am

    I like the idea of getting a plant for each other.

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  294. Lisa Overcash says

    April 29, 2008 at 9:05 am

    Picnics are always best. The resturants are always too busy and not good quality family time.

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  295. Elizabeth G says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:54 am

    My favorite tips are:

    #3 from your list – Sleeping in Late

    #1 from the Capessa site – Spending time together is so important to remember while the kids are young.

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  296. Steve Maughan says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:49 am

    Love to sleep in!

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  297. Edwina Caito says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:47 am

    My favorite tip…..one year, I planted a wildflower garden for my mom and she absolutely loved it!

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  298. Denyse says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:47 am

    I love the sleeping in idea!!!!!
    Mother’s Day tip: Remind those in your home….it’s helping out and behaving that really makes Mother’s day perfect!- Not the gifts:)

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  299. Vicky Boackle says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:32 am

    relax and do whatever you want ,have some ice cream.

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  300. Carol G says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:14 am

    My 2 favorites relate directly to the fact that one daughter is 1000 miles away, and the other because the other one is next door!
    1. Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.
    2. Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend

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  301. Tammy says

    April 29, 2008 at 8:12 am

    I like the idea of taking time for oneself..a trip to the bookstore or coffee shop for a couple of hours. I also like the idea of getting the same plant or flower as your mom and then growing them “together”. I have never heard of this and think it’s a great idea!!

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  302. toasters says

    April 29, 2008 at 7:47 am

    From here: Sleeping in

    From there: Scrapbook of my favorite Mom and daughter memories

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  303. Dandelion Quilts says

    April 29, 2008 at 7:24 am

    Oh I like all the good ideas. Sleeping in and the same plants both sound fun.

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  304. Valerie Furr says

    April 29, 2008 at 7:05 am

    We are a small family and we love to go to Morrow Mountain state park picnic area near our home and enjoy the fresh air and being together.

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  305. Kari Follett says

    April 29, 2008 at 6:37 am

    Take the day to relax!

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  306. Cynthia C says

    April 29, 2008 at 6:23 am

    I like tip #5 here and tip #5 from Capessa, since my mom loves flowers.

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  307. James says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:34 am

    I like the sleeping in late tip from this site and also the tip on the other site about sending two gift certificates to your mom so she can treat herself and a friend.

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  308. Julie says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:28 am

    I like the tip on this site about not feeling guilty about wanting alone time on Mother’s Day. You can celebrate the day with your family and then spend some quality time by yourself.

    From the Capessa site, I like the tip about taking your mom out for a mother-daughter outing, such as at the mall or to the movies.

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  309. Kathy L. says

    April 29, 2008 at 2:16 am

    From this site, I like the tip about sleeping in late and letting hubby handle things in the morning. From Capessa’s site, I like the tip about buying flowers for you and your mom and then watching them grow during the year so they remind you of each other.

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  310. tabitha lee says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:34 am

    i like number 1

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  311. Valerie Mitchell says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:32 am

    fabulous!

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  312. Tracy Iglesias says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:24 am

    I like #5 from this site and # 5 from Capessa as well! (Want some time alone, and the planting tip is earth friendly and provides lasting memories!)

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  313. Dawn-Sweet Pea Cakes, etc. Blog says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:20 am

    My two favorite tips were:
    Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive

    I love doing that and I think the time spent in it is a gift itself.

    Also teaming up with other single moms. I am a single mom of two and since I don’t have a husband to help with the breakfast in bed, cleaning the house or helping the girls with their handmade gifts, I just do all that. So it would be nice to have lunch with other moms as well.

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  314. Donna F. says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:18 am

    Definitely #3 from this website and from
    Capessa website #2.

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  315. Corey says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:17 am

    I like tip 2…I think that doing things as a family is the best gift of all!

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  316. Valerie says

    April 29, 2008 at 1:11 am

    lol, Albert, I would love a new washer and dryer…..or a dishwasher for that matter! ha ha!

    Oh goodness:

    Sleeping late

    and

    Manicure / Pedicure

    Pampering is the best!

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  317. Albert Hank says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:58 am

    Dont buy a washer and dryer as a gift…not a good idea!!!!!!Trust Me

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  318. Janet F says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:43 am

    On this site:
    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Capessa’s site
    Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.

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  319. content sasso says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:26 am

    sleep in late and let hubby handle the morning routine!!!

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  320. kay wolter says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:23 am

    My Mother IN Law every year gets a Hand made card for shopping with Her Son, GrandSon and Daughter in Law or if She wishes just Me FLOWER SHOPPING…..We make a day of it the week before Memorial Day because Michigan can still be cold and She really likes that and She can pick and now My Sister in Laws are doing that also and She loves it because She gets one on one and SHe gets Her Flowers..and She picks…

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  321. TopazTook says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:09 am

    Oh, I would love to be able to sleep late!

    I also like the idea of a mother-daughter outing with my mom: I don’t know if we’ve done anything with just the two of us since I had kids!

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  322. Barbara says

    April 29, 2008 at 12:09 am

    My favorite thing to do is family, so I liked
    #2. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.
    On Capessa, I think my favorite there would be
    the gift certificate idea since my mom and I live
    so far apart from one another. Thanks for offering
    some fun, new suggestions for all of us moms!

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  323. Liza's Eyeview says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:59 pm

    I love the journaling or the chronicle of a mom idea.

    I also like the “Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.”

    Thank you for your suggestions 🙂

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  324. melody is slurping life says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:57 pm

    I’m all over the sneak away alone after family celebration. Thanks for entering me.

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  325. stampedwithgrace says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:40 pm

    ideas I love:
    1. mother/daughter outing!
    2. do something together as a family: picnic or hike 🙂

    thanks for the great ideas!

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  326. Buhtafly says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:39 pm

    I love the idea of going somewhere like a park or hiking with my family, from the other site I like the idea of a manicure, my mom and I could go together..that would be great!

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  327. David Guss says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:32 pm

    My favorite tip is “sleep late”. You can never get too much sleep!

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  328. Beverly R says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:26 pm

    My favorite mother’s day thing is the card. Everyone else gives her mushy, sentimental cards and I always give her a funny one. The entire family makes big deal out of it.

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  329. Marcia Sinclair says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:18 pm

    I love the mother/daughter outing!

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  330. Jen says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:13 pm

    I love the idea of journaling my thoughts on being a mom, as those change constantly. It would be really fun to go back and read those years from now, and maybe even give it to my daughter when she becomes a mom. I also like the tip of giving your mom (and yourself) the same variety of plant to remember each other throughout the year! My stepmom gives us beautiful hanging plants each year, and every time I look at them I am reminded of her!

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  331. We are THAT family -5 min for mom giveaway says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:03 pm

    I think I would say sleeping in and I would combine is with Capessa’s idea of a day without the kids. BOTH of these ideas TOGETHER on the SAME day would be like a mini-vacation. I love sleep and I love my kids-the two just don’t mix.

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  332. JOAN KAAIHUE says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:00 pm

    After it was all over, and hindsight being 20/20, I suppose my favorite Mother’s Day tip (mother’s day being every day) would be to look your child in the eye when they are talking to you and most of all be patient with your children every day.
    We make a lot of mistakes as parents and it’s a learn-as-you-go responsibility. Cherish each and every moment because before you know it your children will be grown and gone and all that wonderful childhood stuff will be over. The best age to cherish and to hold dear is birth to five years old when they are all yours to love and to hold close.

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  333. Darlene Alexander says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:51 pm

    Get Mom out of the kitchen on Mother’s Day and make something simple so you have time to look at her and tell her how much she means to you and what a great influence she has made on your life.

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  334. Barbara M says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:50 pm

    My mother is deceased so I wear a white carnation in memory of her.

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  335. cynthia mccoy says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:49 pm

    i really like the scrapbook idea – my mother would love it!

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  336. Kim B. says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:30 pm

    My favorite tip from each sight…Let’s see. I definitely think the sleeping late tip is #1 in my book! I will be all over that one if I get to mass on Saturday night. Otherwise Mother’s Day or not – Sunday starts with worshiping God and that means Mommy’s sleep-in will be cut short. And on the other page I love the suggestion to have Mom over for a special meal with the kids. There’s something really special about spending Mothers Day with all the moms in the family 🙂

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  337. Tara says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:19 pm

    I like your tip to get away for a couple of hours and Capessa’s tip to buy the same plants for Mom and yourself.

    Thanks!

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  338. Morning Rose says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:14 pm

    I like #2 in your tips and #1 on Capessa’s site. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  339. Stephanie T says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:14 pm

    Sleeping in sounds like a good tip. Without enough sleep, we’ll be irritable, and the rest of the day will usually go downhill. When we get enough sleep, we look and feel better.

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  340. K. Cleaver says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:13 pm

    Oh time alone is so rare. For as long as I can remember I’ve needed my time to be alone. Now that we have kids it almost never happens.

    Capessa’s tip of buying her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. That would be great too. We both love plants.

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  341. Elena Blankman says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:04 pm

    #3 Sleeping in Late is the best!

    From the Capessa site, #1 Spending time together is so important to remember while the kids are young.

    Thank you for a great site and contest.

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  342. Craig Wiggins says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:59 pm

    “Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike. ”

    was my favorite. I’m thnking if it’s warm on e the big day a nice BBQ with Fam and friends will be great.

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  343. Savanda Hodge says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:55 pm

    I like the scrapbooking idea and buying a couple of plants for Mom.

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  344. Djuna Barnes says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:52 pm

    My favorite tips are:
    . Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive. My mother did this for me and I cherish it.

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike. My Mother likes me to rent a Tyler Perry movie or play and watch it with her.

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  345. Pat says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:50 pm

    I like the idea of sleeping in late and letting the hubby take care of the morning. I have not been getting much sleep with my younger daughter not sleeping well. Breakfast in bed, a nice bouquet of flowers, and a family walk would be wonderful!

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  346. Katie says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:39 pm

    I like both your and Capessa’s #5s:
    “Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.” (YES, YES, YES!)
    “Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.” (We did this for my mom a couple years ago and she still talks about her tree all the time)

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  347. Rozetta says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:32 pm

    I like the tip about making a journal; those are always fun to read as the years go by. I also liked the one about sending your mom 2 gift certificates for a manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend, if you’re unable to be with her on Mother’s Day.

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  348. Hollie P. says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:27 pm

    From this website I am all about the idea of sleeping in and letting daddy do the breakfast routine! From Capessa’s site I love the idea of a Mother/Daughter date, to a movie or shopping, better yet doing both! 🙂

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  349. Edna King-Miller says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:25 pm

    Just be sure to let her know that you’re thinking about her, even though you have your own Mother’s Day celebration or observation to enjoy. Too often, older mothers are an afterthought.

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  350. Susie Newman says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:20 pm

    Sleeping late and letting my husband take care of the kids and house sounds fantastic. He’s really a great guy, but this would be the one day of the year I wouldn’t feel guilty if I slacked. The picnic idea sounds fun too. I never would have thought of something like that. We’re usually the ones standing in line at the restaurant. What a great idea to get outside and away from the congestion.

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  351. Andrea says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:15 pm

    I like these two ideas:
    1. If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family

    and

    2. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike

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  352. Aisling says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:03 pm

    I really like the idea of sending your mom two gift certificates so she can treat a friend. That’s an excellent suggestion!

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  353. Annie says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:44 pm

    I love the tips about avoiding the crowds and doing something as a family and the tip from Capessa about sending your mother TWO gift certificates, one for her and one for her friend. What a terrific idea!

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  354. Catalina K says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:42 pm

    I think tip #3 from this site is not bad at all. I’m definitely going to apply it myself. As far as the Capessa tips are concerned, I would choose #4. I would send Mom some gift certificates so she can enjoy a day at a spa or at a manicure/pedicure center, as I won’t be able to spend Mother’s Day with her. She’ll feel thought of and pampered!

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  355. Phyllis Katcher says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:31 pm

    sleep in

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  356. brandy wilson says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:14 pm

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  357. Jean says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:11 pm

    Sleep late for sure! I also liked the idea of buying my mom a plant and me one as well.

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  358. Tonya says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:08 pm

    My favorite two tips are:

    From this site:

    Sleep Late! We all know us moms can use the extra sleep.

    From the Capessa Site:
    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety.

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  359. jane jakins says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:57 pm

    love my mom

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  360. Debbie Shiraishi says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:50 pm

    doing something together as a family is the best way to go! After, of course, being allowed to sleep in! 😉

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  362. Naomi says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:41 pm

    Sleep Late! Oh, how I would like to do that one of these days. And I love the idea of a mother-daughter outing, too. My 4 year old and I haven’t done enough of that since her baby brother was born.

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  363. christopher h says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:36 pm

    reflecting on the last year in a journal entry
    growing the same plant as my mom

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  364. Cheryl Larimer says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:11 pm

    Sleeping in…..wow, that would be awesome.

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  365. CAROLYN says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:59 pm

    GO OUT TO A RESTAURANT!

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  366. Mary Lou says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:58 pm

    Love all the tips! The 2 I chose are the ones my family does tradionally. I sleep late, then get breakfast in bed. Later on my Mom and I have a mother/daughter outing…usually shopping together.
    We return home and finish the day with a great meal we cook together. I look forward to the day all year. Should probably do it more often.

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  367. Christine says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:57 pm

    This is my favorite tip:

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    thank you!

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  368. Tim Miller says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:48 pm

    sleep late?

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  369. Linda Moeller says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:48 pm

    SLEEP LATE!

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  370. Elaine Solochier says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:40 pm

    I like the tip about “spending time alone” and not to feel guilty, I have 3 young kids and I’m NEVER alone.

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  371. Melissa Thomson says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:36 pm

    Sleeping late, and having someone clean my house!

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  372. Jeanette Jackson says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:26 pm

    from Capessa #3. Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.
    and from this site
    #2. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

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  373. Bernadette says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:24 pm

    sleeping late sounds nice

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  374. kelly kopchick says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:15 pm

    Here: Be alone! I could never sleep in I would have a huge mess to clean up when I get up! (I know I have tried before)
    There: A mother daughter day!!! That sounds like fun!

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  375. Jack Palmer says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:12 pm

    Give your mother flowers while she is still alive. These were my mother’s words to me years ago. A short time after I began to not only send her flowers but on occasion, I would send her a check to spend any way she wanted and I put “flowers for mom” at the bottom of the check . She really appreciated those checks ….. I love you mom!

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  376. Kelley says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:06 pm

    Great list! The one from Capese that hit home was the one about talking your mom out on a mother -daughter shopping trip or movie. My mom is always helping me out with my little jewel. Just the 2 of us going out, would be a fun change and a way I can thank her for being such a support to me. The other idea is to avoid the crowded stores and restaurants and go on a family outing. That sounds perfect! A picnic at the beach, just casual and carefree, sounds like a great way to spend a day.

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  377. Joy says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:59 pm

    Over here: I love the idea of writing a journal entry or a letter about what is has been like the past year as a mom to my 3 1/2 year old dd.

    Over there: I love the idea of each having a plant. Unfortunately my mom died when I was young (15) but I know what her favorite flowering plant was so maybe this year I will plant one to remember her by and start talking more about her so my dd can get to know something about her other grandma who isn’t with us.

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  378. Lindsay says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:58 pm

    I think all Mom’s would llove to sleep in late! But I really liked this one

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

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  379. Patsy Winters says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:45 pm

    1. Sleeping late
    2. No feuding all day
    3. A nice lunch or dinner fixed by someone other than me.

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  380. Alicia says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:36 pm

    Hi

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  381. Mother-Child Charms says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:30 pm

    Great ideas for all moms! I love doing stuff AWAY from the crowds. Peace and quite… well at least peace.

    See yah!

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  382. Bre says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:29 pm

    Over here: Love the tip for single moms. There should be no reason not to celebrate especially when you’re a single mom!

    Over there: The two plant idea is fantastic!!

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  383. Veronica says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:28 pm

    Here: Sleep Late!
    There: Keep/Send a plant to remind each other of one another.

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  384. Rachel says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:21 pm

    From your site: #5- I love my family, but this mother’s day I’d like to relax on my own and just take a day off for myself.

    From Capessa- #3 I love when my children give me written letters, and would love to get a scrapbook full of memories. I’ll be crying for days!

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  385. Carol says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:12 pm

    Sleep in and not do the laundry on Mother’s Day
    Flowers that can be replanted outside and not thrown out after a few days.

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  386. heather u says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:06 pm

    My favorite tips are to make a small scrapbook of the year for my mom (I’ll do one for my MIL too!), and to spend quality family time. I don’t like restaurant crowds anyway!

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  387. LeRoy Thomas says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:02 pm

    Yeah! sleep in and enjoy the day.

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  388. Heather says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:54 pm

    My fav over at Capressa is number 4. I love mani’s and pedi’s and so does my mom, great idea that she could take a friend.

    On your site I love #3. It’s good for the kids to be with dad for a morning and it’s good for me to be in bed late one morning! 🙂

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  389. Michele says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:50 pm

    I love the idea of getting some time away … being alone for a bit on Mother’s Day to just enjoy myself. My hubbie’s family was planned a big get together last year at the last minute and I already had plans to do some shopping for myself. My hubbie was nice enough to let me skip the get together and I had so much fun just shopping alone for several hours. I also love the idea of my family giving me some flowers or maybe even a tree to plant and watch grow all year long as a nice reminder of how they feel about me.

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  390. Julie Genovese says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:48 pm

    1. (here) Time for myself at a bookstore! Yay 🙂
    2. (there) Write a letter to mom expressing my love and recounting the fun we’ve had this year.

    Thank you!

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  391. cheryl says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:46 pm

    Over here: spending time with the family. I always enjoy being with my kids on Mother’s Day, I mean, they are the reason I’m a mother!

    Over there: The flowers. I don’t care how cliche it gets, but flowers on Mother’s Day just makes sense. They are beautiful, easy to care for (especially if they are the cut ones), and just make people feel good. I know I like getting them!

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  392. Patrick Blair says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:40 pm

    HERE:
    Tip #2 – Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    THERE:
    Tip #3 – Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

    Growing up (and still today) I never had a ton of money to spend on Mother’s Day, so I would always come up with something creative to do for my mom (and now, my wife). The smallest gesture usually means so much more to moms than huge, expensive presents…. but don’t get me wrong, if you’ve got that kinda money, buy her something big, too! =)

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  393. Ashlee says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:40 pm

    Here: Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    There: the idea with purchasings the manicure/pedicure gift certificates!

    What a great giveaway! Thank you!!!

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  394. Margaret Smith says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:37 pm

    I love this tip the best. Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike. I really enjoy our family time together and look forward to doing something fun as a family (along with my mother and mother in law) on mothers day.
    Thank you for this wonderful giveaway.

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  395. JANY says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:28 pm

    Ordering the same plants and documenting year long events via journal.

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  396. Sheri F says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:18 pm

    I like sleeping late(here) and making a small scrapbook(there).

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  397. Mary R says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:08 pm

    Taking time together at the park with my husband and kids, now that’s a great Mother’s Day, especially after sleeping late!

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  398. Reiza says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:07 pm

    From here, that sleep late one is my favorite. Any chance I have to get extra sleep, I’m gonna grab it up.

    From there, I love the idea of not only getting mom a gift certificate for a manicure/pedicure, but getting an extra one so she can bring a friend. What a great idea!

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  399. Lorraine says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:58 pm

    From here: Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  400. Casey H says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:47 pm

    From her site- Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety.
    From this site- Sleep in!

    Loving the tips, loving the websites! Please enter me!

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  401. erin says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:46 pm

    i like the sleeping in tip…now only if hubby catches on!

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  402. Stephanie says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:39 pm

    From this site, I like the tip about getting out for some “alone” time or time with a girlfriend. So important.

    From Capessa, I like this idea of sending your mom a gift certificate for a manicure or pedicure if you can’t be with her. What mom wouldn’t appreciate a little extra pampering?

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  403. Rosalie Lavertue says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:38 pm

    keeping a journal of your child or grandchilds life for them to treasure when their adults

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  404. patricia skinner says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:19 pm

    here: keeping a journal
    there: buying plants for my mom and I.

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  405. leti muniz says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:12 pm

    1 . sleeping in what is that? lol 2. buying a plant for myself n mom thats a great idea. tha thing is my mon lives 6hrs away how do i get it to her?

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  406. Gillian Gauthier says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:11 pm

    Loved all of the ideas, but I wouldn’t mind a day alone! LOL!!!!

    Thanks for the great giveaway! 🙂

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  407. Susan says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:04 pm

    Don’t overdo the day! Spending time with family is the best way to spend Mother’s Day!

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  408. Amy says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:00 pm

    From this site my favorite tip is to sleep late.. however I don’t think I’ll get to try this one because we still have to leave the house by 8:30 for church.. oh well.

    From the Capessa site I love the tip about sending my mom (who lives across the country from me) two gift certificates so that she and a friend can get a treat. I may have to do exactly that this year.

    Thanks for the great tips, and the fantastic giveaway!

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  409. Jennifer Barnett says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:55 pm

    Have sit-down family meals so you can keep track of everything that everyone is up to.

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  410. Beth says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:54 pm

    Sleeping in and going out to breakfast!!! Go to the park with the family after that. This would be a perfect mother’s day!!

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  411. Meredith Peters says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:45 pm

    Capessa has great tips for sneaking veggies into everything!

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  412. Ashley says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:26 pm

    I love the tip to Sleep In and having a picnic. I also love the scrapbook idea!

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  413. Debbie says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:21 pm

    Sleep in!!!

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  414. Susan Smith says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:21 pm

    here spending time as a family

    there: a letter or scrapbook of appreciation would be so sweet.

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  415. Kim aka Accidental Mommy says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:21 pm

    My 2 favorites are:

    1. If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family.

    and

    Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.

    Thanks!

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  416. cathy miller says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:20 pm

    spending the day with my family whether we go out or stay in and have a brunch is the happiest mothers day for me.

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  417. Dan Smith says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:18 pm

    I definitely like sleeping in I also like the scrapebook idea.

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  418. lorides says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:08 pm

    I love the idea of having a picnic instead of going to a restaurant and trying to entertain my 2 year old

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  419. Becca says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:56 pm

    I love the plant tip from Capessa’s site, and the “alone time” from yours….that’s what I would like the best probably!!

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  420. Julie N says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:52 pm

    The two we do ever year:

    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  421. ted roebuck says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:49 pm

    this would be great gift for my wife she never gets herself anything and mothers day is coming up

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  422. SUSAN VARNEY says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:34 pm

    sleeping in

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  423. Mia F says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:25 pm

    My favorite ideas are:

    From here: Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend. (tip #4)

    From capessa: Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. (tip #3)

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  424. BlapherMJ says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:23 pm

    Wow – So many wonderful ideas!
    here: #2 – spending time as a family… We do this annually, whether it’s a picnic at the park, etc.. It’s great quality time and lots of fun!

    there: #3 – I’m so sentimental, a letter or scrapbook of appreciation would be so sweet. Thanks!

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  425. Sandy - Em's mommy says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:20 pm

    Over here… I liked the going to the park and having a picnic, our little one is just walking and the weather is so warm it would be nice to get out and run around… avoiding the restaurant scene…

    over there… Buying my mother and myself the same indoor plant would be very special.. i’m on the west coast and my mom is on the east coast. that would be a way to share not only mother’s day but every day… (lol, now i just need a green thumb 🙂 haha )

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  426. Joelle says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:11 pm

    over there- I love the idea of buying my mom a plant and one for myself too- I live in michigan and she lives in Pennslyvania and we do not get to see each other very often. I send flowers but having something the same, being able to remember her and think of her when I see it and watch it grow is an excellent idea, wish I would have thought of it years ago!

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  427. Angela C says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:11 pm

    A lot of great tips…here are the two that I like.

    Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed

    2. If she spends plenty of time with the kids, she might prefer a Mother-Daughter outing. Catch a chic flick or invite her on a shopping excursion.

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  428. Joelle says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:08 pm

    Since Mothers day always falls on a Sunday and my husband is a pastor we do not have the option of sleeping in, but wouldn’t that be nice? With four boys we used to go to resatuarnats but since the invention of roller blades(we all have a pair now) we like to grill out and hit the pavement- biking or blading, maybe even a game of baseball, soccer or basketball in the yard- all this talking about it makes me excited to have that kind of a day. In the midst of our crazy scheduale I look forward to days like I just mentioned.

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  429. Sheree Warner says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:07 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day Tip is “Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.”

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  430. Adrienne Gordon says

    April 28, 2008 at 1:02 pm

    sleeping in is number one for me.

    from capeesa i like spending time together, we don’t do enough of that

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  431. Sandy says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:58 pm

    All great idea’s!!!

    From Capessa: I like the scrapbooking idea. My mom always makes them for everyone else so i think she would truly enjoy recieving one for herself.

    From Here: I love the idea of sleeping in…would that be a treat or what?

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  432. Betty N says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:54 pm

    All are great ideas to “tuck away”. For now I will go with #3 on both sites: sleeping in (that one always sounds good!) and a small scrapbook or letter. Thanks for another great sharing and giveaway.

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  433. Natalie says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:38 pm

    I love the idea to make a scrapbook for your mom!! Thats so special 🙂

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  434. Stephanie V says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:37 pm

    take some time to reflect on bring a mum. I have stacks of pictures since my baby boy’s birth last year, but haven’t started a scrapbook yet. An idea for mother’s day? Yes ma’am! From other site, like idea of buying each other an indoor and outdoor plant of same variety to watch grow together.

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  435. Cheryl English says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:34 pm

    I like the tip of sleeping in late. Recently my dog Beaner who was 14 1/2 years old, who had cancer, had to be put to sleep. I would be up all night with him and forgot what sleep was. To some people like me, he was my child. I miss him so much. My heart is broken. If your a animal lover, I know you understand my pain. He was my child with fur. Happy Mother’s Day to everyone.

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  436. Shannon H says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:27 pm

    1. reflecting on the last year in a journal entry
    2. growing the same plant as my mom

    Thanks!

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  437. DK says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:26 pm

    All the suggestions put a twinkle in my eye. But by feeling guilty if I’d ever do it, and thus have never done…is having alone time.

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  438. Kara Portilla says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:24 pm

    I love the special meal idea and I would LOVE to sleep in!

    Thanks!

    [email protected]

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  439. Carolyn Nedrow says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:19 pm

    On mother’s day we have all the children say a few words of gratitude for their mothers!

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  440. Nicole says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:19 pm

    Here, I love the tip about sleeping late. There, I love the tip about plants.

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  441. william stanger says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:17 pm

    no comment

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  442. Barbara Richards says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:14 pm

    My daughter always makes sure she has an outing with her daughter every so often,just the two of them.Actually,both parents take each of the children on sort of a date.It makes them feel special.

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  443. Rosa Bartolucci says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:09 pm

    1.sleeping more without kids jumping on your back at 6am
    2.spending time whether is going to the park or movies or dinner at table every night

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  444. Z Phillips says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:06 pm

    These are very good tips especially for those of us that are so busy we can barely think straight let alone come up with some to do for ourselves.

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  445. SJ says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:03 pm

    Okay, the first thing I liked was the suggestion to sleep in late….this is something that I haven’t been able to do in YEARS, and boy could I benefit from it!

    And secondly, my Mom loves plants. I think the idea of buying an indoor plant to have them grow throughout the year is a perfect reminder of each other.

    Thanks for the chance!

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  446. Jenni says

    April 28, 2008 at 12:03 pm

    I like the 1 and 3, the journaling and scrap booking ones. I can really get creative with those and add to them each year to have such a wonderful way to look back on my memories or to create one for those that are gone from our family, such as my Mom. It is a way I can still spend the day with her in a special way. This way my children will get to know a bit more about the Grandma they never really knew.

    All are great ideas though and I could go back and forth changing my mind on which ones I want to do right up to the last minute. Enjoy!!

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  447. In the Trenches of Mommyhood says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:59 am

    I like the tip on this site about having some mommy ALONE TIME.

    And on Capessa, I liked the tip about doing some mother/daughter shopping!

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  448. Michele says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:58 am

    Great ideas!

    My favorite from this site was #3 Sleeping in Late.

    From the Capessa site #1 is a really nice idea…spending time together is always special and creates great memories for everyone.

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  449. Kristinia says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:55 am

    I like the tip on journaling your parenting for the year and making the small scrapbook, my Mother loves scrapbooks and pictures!

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  450. Leah Courtney says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:55 am

    I love the idea of a day with the family for Mather’s day. We’ve done that the last few years!

    I also like, from the other site, the idea of buying an indoor plant for me and my mom and watching them grow together during the year. She is living away for a brief time, and this will be the first Mother’s Day we haven’t lived close by, so that might be a nice gesture!

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  451. charline s says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:52 am

    The plant tip and the alone time letting dad deal with the kids is great too

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  452. Marisa says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:45 am

    Sleeping in is always great.
    Dinner and a movie is a good night out or a picnic and a drive-in movie is nice, if you have one near you.

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  453. laurie says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:39 am

    sleep in, breakfast in bed, and plant a tree!

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  454. Rossana V says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:38 am

    My favorite are the mother-daughter outing from the Capessa website and the picnic at the park on the 5 Minutes for Mom site. Any time spent with family is the best gift of all to any mom.

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  455. Michale Wilson, Jr. says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:36 am

    One of the things I like to do for my 90 year old mother for mothers day
    is to give her a Single day bus ticket to Atlantic
    City and put her on the bus with her Senior friends
    whose sons and Daugthers have also done, and a Big old mothers day card with the words
    “Do-not open till You get there”
    Most of the time all of the kids chip in and we have sometimes 4 or 5 hundred dolaars for her to spend,
    She Loves it and looks forward to it.
    and she can have fun with-out all of us under her for the day,

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  456. Katrina (Callapidder Days) says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:30 am

    My 2 favorite tips: I like the idea of giving Mom two gift certificates for a manicure, so that she and a friend can go together. And I love the idea of me sleeping in. 🙂

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  457. beverly paquin says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:23 am

    i like #5. if mom would like to be left alone foe a while is ok.

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  458. sara l. says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:21 am

    Such great ideas!

    Right about now, “sleeping in” sounds like a DREAM!

    I also love the tip on Capessa about buying the same plant for myself and my mother! Such a neat idea, especially for me since my Mom is states away from me!

    Thanks for all these wonderful ideas and the chance to win some “Me” money! 🙂

    Take Care!

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  459. Kristen S says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:15 am

    My favorite tip: Stay in bed!

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  460. Patricia McClimans says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:14 am

    3. Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.
    # Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.
    I know my mother would appreciate a letter from me that included some memories of fun things we had done and some of my own art work in it. She can see that I spent time on it that way.
    A journal entry talking about the highlights of my year with my own art work will be a great idea to start my mothers day off right.

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  461. Holly Chernoff says

    April 28, 2008 at 11:05 am

    1. sleeping in late! how wonderful
    2. Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive. love this idea!

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  462. Mya Brooks says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:59 am

    Sleeping in? Wow, what’s that? LOL

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  463. Courtney says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:57 am

    I like the tip to avoid restaurants and go have a picnic as well as the making of a small scrapbook.

    courtneyhunt71 (at) aol (dot) com

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  464. Erica Beernink says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:54 am

    From Capessa: #3 – “Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.” I think that this is a great idea because mom can always look back on this scrapbook and celebrate her memories.
    From this site: #5 -“Do you want to be alone on Mother’s Day? Don’t feel guilty about taking some time away. After you’ve celebrated as a family, escape by yourself for a couple hours to browse a bookstore or meet up with a girlfriend.” This is very im[portant too, sometimes mothers get overwhelmed and need a little time to themselves.

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  465. Carolyn says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:46 am

    Sleep late! 😉 Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family. Hope to win. Thanks.

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  466. Donna says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:45 am

    These are my favorite, I think the flowers one is awesome!

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.

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  467. Denise says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:45 am

    Oh definately sleep late for this site! lol I’m up every morning at 7 with our 3 kids while the hubby sleeps till 8:30-9 and then heads to work till 7. If I’m lucky, I’ll get him up with them one Saturday a month so I can sleep in, but not w/o hearing him moan and groan about it. lol

    For the other site, I like the mother-daughter outing, though we’re not chic flick kinda girls. I love spending time with my mom and sisters, so a coffee and/or dessert outing is always fab for us. ^^

    Thanks for the contest!

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  468. Alicia says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:35 am

    Sleep late! Your hubby can handle the kids’ morning routine, and they might surprise you with a gourmet breakfast in bed (or soggy cereal, but it’s the thought that counts, right?).

    AND

    Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

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  469. Frances says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:25 am

    I would say my favorites would be the one to spend some quiet time at home, or at the park with the family. I haven’t had a lot of time because of school so this would be fantastic.

    I think I would like to journal/scrapbook for my mom. I have scanned in a million pictures and I know she’d love it. She’d also love the manicure!

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  470. mod*mom says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:24 am

    happy upcoming mother’s day jennifer, janice + susan!

    my favorite tip here is
    #1 Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.
    (that’s what i started my blog for, but don’t do there because it’s so public)

    + my favorite quote from the capessa interview is:
    3. Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

    mod*mom
    http://modmom.blogspot.com

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  471. Mama Zen says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:19 am

    1. Sleeping late!
    2. Gift certificate for a manicure!

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  472. Kristen H says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:19 am

    My favorite tips:

    “Take some time to reflect on your year as a mom. Make a journal entry or write yourself a letter chronicling the ups and downs of parenting.”

    and

    “Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.”

    Thanks for the great site! Happy Mother’s Day to everyone!

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  473. Laura H. says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:19 am

    Sleep late for me and sending my mom some gifts. She lives in Japan and I in the US.. so we cant be together for Mother’s Day 🙁

    laura_licious101(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  474. Deanne S. says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:15 am

    Here: Oh how I’d love to just sleep in late and not wake up to a million and 1 things to do. That’s my pick for sure!

    There: I like the idea of a mother daughter outing. We always use to do this when I was younger. Now we do it once a year on Black Friday. It would be nice to get together and shop on a not so crazy day.

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  475. anne s. says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:14 am

    sleep in late and let hubby handle the morning routine and the manicure pedicure idea-those 2 ideas would make mothers day so great!

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  476. ktjrdn says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:13 am

    I like the idea for a scrapbook. And of course the sleeping late one. But I’m not sure that will ever happen.

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  477. Annette says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:11 am

    The sleeping late & Buying the plants.

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  478. pinkmommy says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:07 am

    I love the idea of making a scrapbook. I am planning on making a photobook to commemorate her last Mother’s Day as a mimi of only one!

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  479. Adrienne says

    April 28, 2008 at 10:02 am

    Thank you for this opportunity. These are all great ideas but I like the following the most:

    #2 from 5M4M – Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    #1 from Capessa – If she most appreciates spending time with you and the kids, invite her over for a special meal or take her out for lunch or dinner in lieu of a gift. Try making a date with her for Saturday night if you want to leave Sunday open to celebrate with your own family.

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  480. Ally K says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:51 am

    From The Capessa site-
    I like the idea of having my mom come over for a special dinner or taking special time with just me and her.

    From here- I would have to say that not feeling guilty about some alone time is a great tip that more moms should take… I don’t feel guilty about my ‘ME’ time, I think it makes me a better mom, because I ma relaxed and re-charged.

    Thanks for entering me 🙂

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  481. Stacey says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:48 am

    I think the idea of buying a plant for mom and a plant for yourself and watching them grow is very creative. Reminds me of “being under the same moon.”

    I also like the idea of letting Dad handle the morning routine. Often we don’t give Dads enough credit, do we? I’m sure the house will still be standing if I get an extra hour of sleep! 🙂

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  482. Cory says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:48 am

    The ideas I like the best are the picnic in the park and the manicure. Those are two things I find very relaxing. Thank you, Cory

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  483. Shilo Beedy says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:47 am

    I would love to sleep in! A picnic would also be nice with my family.

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  484. Greta says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:47 am

    Well my favorite, favorite is sleeping late! Followed by a close second of sending an indoor plant or outdoor flowers and buying yourself the same variety. 🙂

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  485. Jennifer Ray says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:33 am

    I like the idea of writing a letter to yourself!

    I also like the scrapbook idea on the other site!

    Thanks so much for the thoughts!

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  486. Worlds Greatest Mommy says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:30 am

    I love the tip on journaling about the year as a mom. We quickly forget the highs and lows from previous years.

    I also love the tip about having a mother daughter day. As much as my mom is a great grandmother to my kids, I sometimes like to keep her all to myself.

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  487. Erica B says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:28 am

    I like: “Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.” My husband gets stressed around large crowds, so this would be more enjoyable.

    On Capessa: “5. Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.” My mother and I both love plants so this is an excellent idea.

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  488. MARILOUISE K says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:25 am

    I like the idea of spending the day escaping with a friend for a few hours away from the hustle and bustle of the day. I also like the mother-daughter excursion. Just us 2 girls shopping, giggling and talking.

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  489. Rach says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:25 am

    I like “Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike” on this site.

    And on Capessa .. “Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.”

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  490. Blessed says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:22 am

    From here I like #1 and from Capessa I like #4. But really all the ideas are good – it’s my first mother’s day as a mom, I’m so excited!

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  491. Kim Davis says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:13 am

    I like the idea of sleeping in and doing a mother/daughter outing.

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  492. Jessica, Ty, & Macie says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:05 am

    On this blog I really like the “skip the Sunday restaurant crowd and chill somewhere simple with your family.” What a blast!

    Over on Capessa, I liked the part about where if you can’t be with your mom, send her a couple gift certifiates for a manicure or pedicure. Who doesn’t love those?!

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  493. Mandy says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:05 am

    Here, I love the idea of sleeping late. With a 6 month old who’s starting waking during the night again, I could really use that one!

    At the other site, I love the idea of buying two gift certificates so mom can invite a friend to get a mani/pedi with her. Both of our moms live away from here so we usually send a gift card for a pedicure or something. How much fun would it be for them to be able to treat a friend too?

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  494. Barbara H. says

    April 28, 2008 at 9:00 am

    On this list I like # 2 & 3 — we combine those. My husband and boys do all that is involved for Sunday dinner on other’s Day, even shopping for the groceries. It is so much more pleasant and meaningful than waiting in a crowded restaurant.

    On the other site, since my mom and I lived 1,000 miles away, I like the idea of sending her gift certificates to do something with someone. She wouldn’t have gone for manicures or pedicures, but she did love to do things with someone, and since I couldn’t be there, that would have been perfect.

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  495. Wilma Tipton says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:57 am

    I’m tired.

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  496. cpa mom says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:52 am

    From the Capessa site: “Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.” – I learned the hard way to always tell someone TODAY how much you love them.

    From here: “Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.” – I’d much rather spend time alone with my family than fight the restaurant crowds!

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  497. DARIJAVAN says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:51 am

    Over there – Sleeping in what a dreamy idea

    Over here – Time alone is that possible???????????

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  498. Karen M says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:50 am

    Please enter me! Go as a group to the movies!

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  499. Tonya Keener says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:47 am

    spend as much time as you can with your kids because they grow up too fast

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  500. D says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:35 am

    I like the idea of writing a letter to myself about parenting and the idea of making a scrapbook. Thanks for the great ideas.

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  501. Tracy Becker says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:33 am

    Some great ideas. I really like the idea of giving and getting the same flowers so you can think of each other through the year when you aren’t able to be together. I’ve been through that for many years. I also like the idea of going out for a picnic or pizza rather than the stress of a sit down place with the kids.

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  502. Julianne says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:25 am

    I love #3 here and #5 at Capessa. I’ll be sleeping in after baby’s breakfast! And my mom’s a plant lover, so that’d be a nice idea for her. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  503. suann weller says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:25 am

    I love sleeping in and the idea of making a scrapbook of all our wonderful memories to share!

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  504. Jennifer Russell says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:23 am

    1.Sleeping ln! Forgot how to lol
    2.Buy her and yourself the same plants.

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  505. Laura Ch. says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:22 am

    I like the creative ideas for celebrating my mom, as gift certificates rarely get used and she can’t plan a ‘mom-day outing’ with all of us anymore now that we’re out of the house. Thanks for the timely tips. I better get crakin on a scrapbook/letter to her! 🙂

    My favorite from your site: Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Favorite from Capessa site: Make a small scrapbook or write a letter recounting the fun times you’ve shared over the year or telling her what you appreciate about her. We don’t often take enough time to accentuate the positive.

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  506. Lisa says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:18 am

    Sometimes the best things are the simple things. I would really enjoy a family picnic at a park or the beach so I had to go with this one:

    -Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    Again, I was drawn to the simple yet thoughtful and meaningful idea of matching plants as a constant reminder.

    -Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety. Watching them grow will remind you of each other throughout the year.

    Thanks for the great contest and Happy Mother’s Day to all of the Mom’s out there!

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  507. Nodinsnest says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:17 am

    I like the outdoor plant and writing a letter best, sleeping in would be terrific too.

    Reply
  508. Jessica F says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:16 am

    I’m all about sleeping late! Now that is a Mother’s Day dream come true!

    Reply
  509. Kristen M. says

    April 28, 2008 at 8:03 am

    I like the idea of a special girl’s day out – a movie or special event together with my mom.

    My husband considers Mother’s Day a hallmark holiday. It’s not as if he doesn’t appreciate me year round so I don’t get any special treatment on the big day. Still, I like to reflect on myself as a mother.

    Reply
  510. Heidi says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:57 am

    I like the tip about letting my husband handle the kid’s morning routine- I think I might try that!
    And the plant tip from the other site- I have no clue what to do for my mom on Mother’s Day, this might just be the idea I needed!

    Reply
  511. Rebecca Snodgrass says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:55 am

    Definetly sleeping late

    Reply
  512. jules says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:50 am

    I love spending time as a family by going to a movie…fun! My favorite from capessa was to make a special meal for your mom….my sister and I are making a good old fashioned tea party with scones, tea sandwiches, and tarts..for the kids pb&j tea sandwiches with hot chocolate with lots of marshmallows!
    3beez at bellsouth dot net

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  513. Marilyn says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:40 am

    favorite tip – making a journal of the ups and downs of parenting

    Reply
  514. COLLEEN FIELD says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:39 am

    For the past four years my girls have been buying me trees for Mother’s Day. Now I have four beautiful flowering trees that hold happy memories and remind me of my love for my children everytime they bloom.

    Reply
  515. Jennifer Wray says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:38 am

    I like the idea of spending some time alone myself on Mother’s Day.

    The idea of buying my mother and myself the same indoor plant so that it will remind us of each other strikes a chord in me.

    Reply
  516. Kmommy says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:36 am

    I love the idea of getting your mom and yourself the same plants (on the Capessa site) – what a great idea!
    And I love the idea here at 5 Minutes for Mom about journaling- perfect!

    Reply
  517. Lori says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:34 am

    Oh gosh, from your list number 3!!!!! I absolutely never get to sleep late at all:(

    I would so love to do that.

    From the Capessa list I would choose number 2. I could definitely use a day out withouth the kiddos!

    Reply
  518. Dawn says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:29 am

    For me, I like journaling about the last year – especially for me – and from Capessa’s site, I liked buying my mom & I the same plant – and am gonna do that. great ideas, all of them!

    Reply
  519. TanjaT says

    April 28, 2008 at 7:28 am

    from this site:
    Instead of joining the Sunday crowds at restaurants, do something together as a family. See a movie, have a picnic or a pizza at the park, or go on a hike.

    from the other one: Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.

    Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  520. brandy w says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:52 am

    these are great tips

    over there: Can’t be with your mom on Mother’s Day? Send her two gift certificates for manicure or pedicure so that she treat a friend.

    over here: i need some alone time

    would love to win
    happy mothers day to all

    Reply
  521. scarlette monahan says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:38 am

    All ideas are great.Thanks for the sweeps

    Reply
  522. Charity S. says

    April 28, 2008 at 6:17 am

    1.Sleeping late.
    2.Buy her and yourself an indoor plant or some outdoor flowers of the same variety.

    Reply
  523. tania says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:45 am

    From the 5 Minutes For Mom website:
    #2 Doing something as a family instead of Sunday crowds at a restaurant. We’re going to Botanica Gardens, so this is a great idea.

    From Capessa:
    #3 Scrapbook of my favorite Mom and daughter memories. I love this.

    Reply
  524. Carol says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:38 am

    How I never thought of making a scrapbook for my mom! Great Idea. And SLEEPING IN, perfect for me, a mom of 4!

    Reply
  525. deb c says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:36 am

    I love the journal idea. I’ve been keeping a journal and writing down things that happen and memories of my life as a mom. One day I’ll give
    it to my boys when they are older and they will be able to read what a joy to my life they were.

    Reply
  526. Kim says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:28 am

    I definitely like sleeping in and also a manicure or pedicure gift certificate for some serious pampering!

    Reply
  527. melissa l. says

    April 28, 2008 at 5:01 am

    From here: I love the idea of doing something together as a family. It gives it a more special meaning than just going out for dinner, because it’s the thing to do.

    From there: With living overseas, it’s been a blessing to send our moms plants that are longer-living than just a bouquet of flowers. My mom enjoys telling me when the bulbs are just coming up, then it reminds me of when we sent the bulbs to her!

    Reply
  528. Jane says

    April 28, 2008 at 4:56 am

    Sleep In!! Boy, could I use that!

    And on the other site – buying two plants – nothing better than a constant reminder of the ones we love.

    Reply
  529. Danielle says

    April 28, 2008 at 3:20 am

    Great Ideas!

    Over here, I love avoiding the restuarnats & going for a picnic instead. Much better use of family time as well.

    Over there: I love buying my mom & myslef a house plant so they can grow together even though we can’t be together as often as I would like…that is so sweet it makes me want to cry!

    Thanks for the Great Ideas!!!

    mcginnisfamily5(at)gmail.com

    Reply
  530. Amanda Jill Fultz (Photochick) says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:41 am

    Over here, I think taking time to reflect about my last year of being a mother is a great idea! Over there, I love the tip of doing a small scrapbook for her or writing a letter reminiscing about the wonderful times we shared over the year – can you tell I love writing & being all sentimental?

    This is such a wonderful contest! Not only do I get to enter to win a gift certificate, but I also get some really good ideas on how to celebrate mothers day for me & my Mom. Thank you so much for such an awesome contest, and for letting me participate! Much love and God Bless!

    Reply
  531. Jenna says

    April 28, 2008 at 2:15 am

    I like the tip to team up with other single moms, and the tip to make mom a scrapbook– which my mom would just love.

    Reply

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