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16 Reasons Why Moms Are Awesome

Emerald Catron — Sun, 12 May 2013 05:00:32 +0000

Why are moms awesome? Here are (just a few) reasons why moms are awesome. 1. Moms will teach you not to be afraid to fall down. Even if you don’t want to learn. 2. Moms don’t mind getting wet in the rain for you. 3. One word — cookies. 4. Dad jokes are embarrassing. Mom [...]

Country Stars and Their Moms

Billy Dukes — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:25:42 +0000

There are dozens (if not hundreds) of country songs about moms, and many country singers are even mothers themselves. For this reason, the Mother's Day holiday is sure to be one that is surely not going to be overlooked on any humble artist's calendar. Take a look at the women who helped shape the ladies and gents of country music -- the ones that give us so much wonderful music year after year -- in this list of Country Stars and Their Moms.

What Does Mom Really Want for Mother's Day? The Answer May Surprise You

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:41:58 +0000

So, you think you know what to get for Mother’s Day? Think again. Bust out the construction paper, pipe cleaners and glitter because a new survey of more than 2,100 mothers with kids under the age of 18 found that most moms want a homemade present from their child. A total of 14.6% said they [...]

A Mother's Day Supercut of Memorable Movie Moms [VIDEO]

jfriedman — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:39 +0000

Mother’s Day is just a few short weeks away, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with this “Movie Moms Supercut” featuring some of the fiercest mothers in movie history, from Anjelica Huston’s solid ‘Royal Tenenbaums’ matriarch to Faye Dunaway’s unstable Joan ‘Mommie Dearest’ Crawford. It’s an easy last-minute gift for [...]

5 Gifts Not to Get Mom for Mother's Day

Wendy Gould — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:30:13 +0000

Mother’s Day is around the corner, so now’s a good time to start doing some present planning. A good place to start is what not to get her, so we thought we’d help you out. Moms have killer poker faces, which is why you may not have noticed any disappointment over presents you’ve given her in [...]

How To Find the Perfect Mother's Day Gift

Townsquare Media — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:06:20 +0000

Shopping for Mother’s Day? You’ll want to match the perfect gift to her unique interests and personality. A recent study commissioned by the daily deal website Groupon, and conducted by Research Now, found that the majority of shoppers say finding the right gift for Mom is the most stressful part of Mother’s Day. But according [...]

Mother's Day Ideas for Moms in Wichita Falls

Bethany Lee — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:32:31 +0000

Mother’s Day is May 12. Start thinking ahead so you can make it the best day ever!

Mother's Day: A Day for Reflection

Aaron Galloway — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:48:43 +0000

Most people spend Mother’s Day bestowing flowers, gifts and heartfelt sentiments upon their moms. But for some, knowing how to honor their mother is not so easy. After all, mothers are only human, and not all of them are perfect. Take it from Keith L.T. Alexander, author of the new coming-of-age memoir “Forgery-of-the-Month Club,” which [...]

What's the Best Mother's Day Gift? [POLL]

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:46:39 +0000

According to a new survey, what mothers want for Mother’s Day and what the men in their lives think they want for Mother’s Day aren’t necessarily the same thing. The online shopping service Ebates polled 2,215 adults on what moms want on May 13. The number one answer for men was flowers, whereas the number one [...]

Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Country Music Fans

Billy Dukes — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:00:54 +0000

Don’t look now, but Mother’s Day 2012 is on Sunday. Sure, there are the typical gifts — flowers, a nice dinner, a sweet card — but aren’t those a little boring and overdone? This year, try personalizing a gift to hit Mom’s country music tastes. This list of gift ideas for Mother’s Day includes 10 things she’ll absolutely love to own, which means you’ll be on her good side for at least another month or two.

10 Tips To Make Your Beautiful Mother's Day Flowers Last Longer

Kathy Landin — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:31:40 +0000

It’s just about the sweetest thing when your husband and kids give you a beautiful bouquet of flowers for Mother’s Day. A thoughtful husband will get them from a store. A thoughtful kid will get them from your yard. Either way, the sentiment is adorable and always well received.

What's the Real Story Behind the History of Mother's Day?

Carl Pettit — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:30:40 +0000

There seems to be a holiday for every member of the family these days, but none is probably more important than Mother’s Day.

What daughter or son would dare forget the woman who gave birth to them? With that in mind, here are a few historical tidbits about the origins of Mother’s Day.

13 Reasons Why You Won't Be Getting a Mother's Day Gift

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 07 May 2012 13:30:49 +0000

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. That means if you haven’t done so already, now is the time to start figuring out how you’re gonna win your mom’s affection, or if you’re the mother, how you’re gonna guilt your children into showing them how much they care about you.

Some mommies, however, won’t be getting a gift or brunch in bed and not because their kids forgot that it’s Mother’s Day.

15 Baby Animals Celebrating Mother's Day With Their Mommies

TheFW Staff — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:50:08 +0000

Mother’s Day is the time of year to give your mommy the love and affection she deserves. Even baby animals know that. We’ve found a bunch of adorable newborn animals with their mommies to help you get in the spirit of the holiday. Even through all the hard times, these kittens, puppies and cubs love [...]

10 Tech Savvy Gifts That Will Blow Mom Away This Mother's Day

Maura Chwastyk — Fri, 04 May 2012 05:05:08 +0000

As much as your non-smoking mom claims to love the handmade ashtrays and hand-picked bouquet (from her garden, no less) that you’ve given her every Mother’s Day for the last two decades, this is the year to shake things up. You may see your mom as the woman who still isn’t completely sure how to [...]

5 Awesome Do-It-Yourself Gifts for Mother's Day That Will Leave Mom at a Loss for Words [VIDEOS]

Townsquare Staff — Thu, 03 May 2012 16:02:53 +0000

Whether you’re tight on cash or simply want to shower mom with gifts from the heart, opting for the do-it-yourself route is a great alternative to store bought treats. And even though she’ll love anything you get her, she’ll definitely notice — and appreciate — the extra bit of elbow grease you put into Mother’s Day this year.

10 Creative and Fun Mother's Day Gift Ideas from Etsy

Nick Romano — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:06:43 +0000

4EnvisioningVintage/sweetleafvintage/LipStickWhiskey, Etsy Mother's Day is just around the corner, and we know a lot of you are twiddling your thumbs before conceding to give your mom yet another bar of decorative soap. Stop right there! Don't you think your mom, the best mom in the world, deserves a little more thoughtful and creative surprise for [...]

5 Creative Breakfast in Bed Recipes for Mother's Day [VIDEOS]

Wendy Gould — Tue, 01 May 2012 18:09:39 +0000

Nothing shows the mom in your life more love and thoughtfulness than the quintessential breakfast in bed. This Mother’s Day you can go basic with eggs, bacon and pancakes, but don’t be afraid to spice things up a bit, either. Take a peak at some of these high-concept — but still easy — recipes. If [...]

Ashton Shepherd Shows Us 'Where Country Grows' In Honor Of Mother's Day

Aaron Galloway — Thu, 05 May 2011 15:05:00 +0000

Ashton Shepherd is giving fans a sneak peak of her upcoming album, ‘Where Country Grows’, by sharing an acoustic performance of a song called “I’m Just a Woman” in honor of Mother’s Day. Ashton said, “I wrote that one by myself. I opened my diary, and I got to an entry where I was writing [...]

5 Gifts Not to Get Mom for Mother's Day

Lonestar 102.3 — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 23:59:33 +0000

If there's one talent moms have, it's their killer poker face. That's why you may not have noticed any disappointment from gifts you've given her on a holiday, birthday or Mother's Day in the past, from macaroni necklaces to wilted bouquets. And though we're sure you've given her lots of things she adores, you don't want to make the mistake of giving her something she doesn't.

Here's a list of five things to avoid handing over on Mother's Day: