“It is true we can seldom help those closest to us. Either we don’t know what part of ourselves to give or more often than not, the part we have to give is not wanted. And so it is those we live with and should know who elude us, but we can still love them. We can love completely, without complete understanding.” Rev. Maclean – “River Runs Through It” One of my earliest … [Read more...]
So God Made A Mother
Dedicated to our Mothers and their Mothers before them. Full Text Version And on the 6th day, God looked down on Adam in his planned paradise and said, "I need a nurturer." So God made a mother. God said, “I need someone who feels deeply and loves fiercely, whose tears flow just as abundantly as their laughter, whose heart is as … [Read more...]
This is My Mother
In honor of Mother's Day, Imperfect Women, along with some good friends and family, are sharing a few special thoughts about our mothers. This is beautiful. This is strength. This is love. This is my mother. Lily ~ My mother is happiest when she's busy. It's almost impossible to get her to slow down and rest a bit. Our family has never had enough of my mom's … [Read more...]
7 Budget Friendly Ways to Enjoy Mother’s Day
Are you ready to enjoy a Mother’s Day that is more about experiences than gifts? If so, take a peek at these 7 budget friendly ways to enjoy Mother’s Day with your family! There are all sorts of experiences you can enjoy together that are fun, budget friendly, and sure to help Mom enjoy her special day. Here is how you can get started. 1. Enjoy a matinee. Take Mom to … [Read more...]
The Modal Concept Tote from Best Buy – the Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift
We’ve partnered with Best Buy to share awesome information about the Modal Concept Tote! iPads, keys, fitness gear, laptops, wallet, water bottles, headphones, makeup...the list never stops for what you need to haul around with you every day. Oh! And snacks. We can never forget snacks. For all of that, you need the ultimate tote and we think we have found it! The Modal … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Activities On a Budget
Mother’s Day is a time when we reflect on what our mothers mean to us. For those of us whose mothers are still with us on this earthly plain, we celebrate the day with fun activities for the whole family. It is also a time when people whose mothers have left us, reflect and remember the times that they were here with us. Here is a list of some Mother’s Day activities that will … [Read more...]
Find The Greatest Gifts for Mom at Best Buy
The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free By Jennie I love to cook. I make dinner from scratch about five nights a week. When Best Buy asked us to pick our preferred Mother’s Day gift from a list, based on our personality type, I knew that my personality type was Foodie mom … [Read more...]
MLB Pitcher Pitches Perfect Game on Mother’s Day
By Jennie Oakland Athletics' pitcher Dallas Braden managed the rarest of baseball feats - a perfect game - on Mother's Day, a date with special significance for him. The 26-year-old Braden's mother died of melanoma when he was in high school, and he was raised in part by his grandmother, who was in the stands to see him complete the perfect game. She gave him a tearful hug … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Weekend!
By Ann Mother's Day weekend starts tonight! That's right, I said WEEKEND. I get to make extra-speacial requests for chores to be done for the next two and a half days, and I will get pleasant responses, "Sure, Mom." … [Read more...]
Simple Mother’s Day Crafts
By CraftyMomof3 Sometimes simple is best. I have found some oldies, but goodies that any one can make. Feel free to hint to the dads, moms! These are good for grandmas too. One thing any good crafter knows is the versatility of coffee filters and paper plates. Here's a great one for coffee filters that I found on DLTK's site. DLTK's Holiday Activities for Kids … [Read more...]