Sunday, May 04, 2008
Life
Dear Mom
A thank you for all that you do
By Carly Felton
You birthed, fed and clothed me, too
And wiped my tears when I cried on you.
You listened when I needed an ear
And held me close when I was in fear.
Now we celebrate this special day
Saying “I love you” in every way.
As a thanks for always being there for me
I’ve selected some gifts for all to see.
So pick one out—whichever you enjoy most
As we raise our glasses in a thank-you toast.
For the extravagant Mrs.:
The Birks Pearls of the Universe Bracelet makes a classic, yet modern statement, with pearls from around the world, including white and golden South Sea, Tahitian and Freshwater cultured varieties. Available for $2,850 in Mayors stores.
For the always-hosting mommy:
Daisy Princess Paperie’s O! to be a girl notes are oh-so lovely. Perfect for handwritten invitations to enjoy a picnic or a cocktail, one package of these girly notes includes 16 cards and envelopes, and comes in a variety of patterns and colors. Available for $24 online at www.daisyprincesspaperie.com.
For the efficient ma’am:
No need to bother with lathering, exfoliating, moisturizing and massaging—who has time for all that, anyway? Spongeables White Rose Shower Gel In a Sponge does it all at once! The soft shower sponge contains fragrant cleansing gel, olive oil, shea butter, antioxidant vitamin E and Retinyl Palmitate (good for anti-aging), and lasts at least 20 uses. Available for $6.99 at www.spongeables.com.
For the budget-friendly mom:
Everyone likes to feel beautiful, and Mom is no exception. Wet n wild Mega Plump Lip Gloss provides the quick-and-easy touch-up she craves at a price that won’t break the bank. Available for $3.99 at food, drug and mass retailers nationwide.
For the outdoorsy mama:
What’s better than sitting outside with a glass of fresh iced tea? Mr. Coffee Iced Tea Maker comes with a quart-size easy-to-pour pitcher, an on/off indicator light and auto shut-off; making it easy for Mama to enjoy great-tasting iced tea or iced coffee without too much effort. Available for $24.99 at www.mrcoffee.com.
For the elegant mother:
Classy, one-of-a-kind hats from That Garrison Girl, Atlanta milliner Chris Harris, are sure to make Mother the talk of the town. These custom-made hats are hand-blocked and hand-shaped. Available from the mid-$200s online at www.thatgarrisongirl.com.
For the natural mum:
With the Juice Beauty Organics to Clear Skin Kit, Mum can get healthy skin organically. The kit includes a 30-day supply of four products: Cleansing Gel, Green Apple Peel, Blemish Clearing Serum and Oil-Free Moisturizer, along with an eco-bamboo headband. Never has natural beauty come so easily. Available for $39 at www.beauty.com. SP