Tag Archives: Mother’s Day

The History of Mother’s Day in the United States

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Many families celebrate Mother’s Day every year. Have you ever wondered how Mother’s Day got started? Who thought of it? How did it get declared a holiday? Was it always celebrated the way we celebrate it today in the United States? The official Mother’s Day holiday, as we know it today, was started by Anna Jarvis. In 1905, her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, died. Daughter Anna Jarvis wanted there to be a way to honor the sacrifices that mothers made for their children. It took financial backing before that dream was realized. John Wanamaker was a department store owner in … Continue reading →

When is Mother’s Day Celebrated?

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What day do you celebrate Mother’s Day? The answer to that question depends upon where in the world you live. Or, it could be based on where your mother is currently living. Many countries celebrate Mother’s Day but not all of them do it on the same day. This presents a dilemma for families who have relatives in more than one country. How do you know which Mother’s Day to celebrate? Do you use the one that matches with the country your mother lives in? What if that date isn’t the same one where you live? Mother’s Day is celebrated … Continue reading →

Inexpensive Mother’s Day Fun

There’s no better way to show mom how much she is cherished than by giving her a break from the daily grind.  For many mothers, a day without having to make a single meal is heavenly… though potentially very expensive. Celebrating Mother’s Day at a restaurant is not cheap, especially if you are treating the entire family to a lavish buffet.  To save on a delicious dining experience while still showing mom that she is worth her weight in gold, consider starting the day with breakfast in bed. Gather the kids and have fun in the kitchen making mom these … Continue reading →

Last Minute Mother’s Day Deals

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You are about to run out of time to pick up a nice Mother’s Day gift for your mom! What are you going to do? Don’t panic! Check out this quick list of last minute Mother’s Day sales, deals, coupons, and special offers. Things can still work out! Kohl’s has a Friend’s & Family Shopping Days coupon. It will give you an extra 20% off everything in the Kohl’s stores and at Kohls.com. If you want to shop at the store, make sure to bring the coupon with you. This coupon is valid through May 12, 2013. Kohl’s also has … Continue reading →

Have Fun Toasting Mom

“All that I am or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” Those wise words are courtesy of the late, great Abraham Lincoln.  The 16th President of the United States knew a thing or two about waxing poetic, especially when it involved his dearly beloved mother. Lincoln’s mom Nancy died when Abe was just nine years old. Whether your mom is with you physically or in spirit tomorrow is the day set aside to celebrate the blood, sweat and tears she has shed to make you the person you are. Make it a Mother’s Day to remember by … Continue reading →

Cute Handmade Mother’s Day Gifts (Inexpensive, Too!)

Handmade gifts, especially when they mark milestones in your child’s life can be lovely. You’ll find yourself years from now looking at them and remembering back to earlier times. I have a small collection of these gifts, and they always make me smile. For example, there is the wax cast of my first-born’s hand when he was only two. We were at a festival, and the vendor didn’t want to cast anyone under the age of four because children that age tend not to hold still. We insisted and said we would take it, no matter how it came out. … Continue reading →

Color Me Mom

Want to give mom an eye-popping gift this Mother’s Day? You won’t have to sell your sibling, barter with a Chippendale or sacrifice your retinas to make this one-of-a-kind present.  Rather, all you’ll need is some vibrant dye, a t-shirt and a little creativity.  The end result will be a brightly colored clothing item that mom can’t miss when perusing her closet.  You might consider making one for you too, so that mom will have a tie dye shirt mate to match on Mother’s Day. Materials: Cold Water Dye such as Rainbow Rock or Tulip Cold Water Dye Soda ash … Continue reading →

Even More Mother’s Day Deals

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You are running out of time to purchase the perfect gift to give to your mom on Mother’s Day. The sales and Mother’s Day deals started a while ago. Fortunately, there are some that are still valid. Check out these ideas for Mother’s Day gifts (and save some money at the same time). JC Penney has a 25% off sale on Liz Clairborne & Worthington clothing. They also have a jewelry sale where select items are 20% off. Does you mom need some comfy, new sleepwear? JC Penney has it for 40% to 50% off the regular price. JC Penney … Continue reading →

To Mom With Love

Mother’s Day is fast approaching. Fortunately, you still have enough time to get a memorable gift for mom that will prove just how much you love her.  If you don’t have enough cash to say it with diamonds, pearls or an expensive vacuum, consider making the following affordable and heartfelt items that are sure to show mom how priceless she is: SHELL ART If your mom loves the beach, consider making these simple seashell-themed gifts.  The items don’t require using your entire shell collection to create; rather, you can pick up a bag of shells from the Dollar Store or … Continue reading →

Simple and Affordable Mother’s Day Fun

If your budget doesn’t allow you to lavish mom with expensive gifts this Mother’s Day, don’t fret.  With a little planning and creativity you can make your mom feel like royalty minus the queen’s ransom. The key to creating memorable Mother’s Day gifts is to make them with love.  The other requirement is to have fun in the process.  The following homemade gift ideas are simple enough for young children to help with; plus, they don’t require a ton of money to make: Pretty Pots Materials: Unglazed terra cotta pot Acrylic paints Paint brushes Craft glue Embellishments (buttons, gems, stickers, … Continue reading →