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:
Nothing shows the mom in your life more love and thoughtfulness than the quintessential breakfast in bed. 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 possible, practice your recipe ahead of time to perfect it and serve mom on tray for less mess and the ultimate breakfast in bed experience.
April 27, 2011 Mother's Day is less than two weeks away. And for the lifetime of sacrifices she's made for you... you could at least drop a few bucks on something she actually wants.
According to a new survey of moms by Buy.com, here are the top three gifts that mothers want...
If you really think about it, Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to make up for all those times you gave mom a hard time during your youth. After all, a bouquet of daffodils now definitely excuses that time you snuck out of the house at 2 am. And a box of gourmet truffles? The perfect antidote to the antique china you broke while running around like a wild banshee.
But while flowers and chocolate are dandy, they don't last long. Treat Mom to one of these five Mother's Day gifts she'll both use and love for years to come:
With Mother’s Day coming up, the offspring of these rock star moms have to be wondering: what do you get the mother who has fame, fortune and the coolest job on the planet? Check out our gallery and see the women who can carry a tune and a Baby Björn, too
Though technically a religious holiday, Easter has become more synonymous with milk chocolate candies in the shapes of eggs and bunnies, fruity snacks in springy hues and all sorts of decadent desserts. Stock up on the goods in stores, but also think about making a few of your own delectable treats this year.
We imagine that at this point in the spring season, you've stocked up on loads of chocolate (or are anticipating a victorious post-Easter candy sale), faux grass and enough hardboiled eggs to live off of for the next six months. You've probably even posed with the Easter bunny, or at least passed one or two in the mall. But do you know why Easter is affiliated with such unique traditions?
Like many holidays, kids get the better end of the deal come Easter time. After all, it's the parents who stock giant baskets with mounds of chocolatey goodness, a wad of Easter cash, new spring clothes and adorable stuffed bunny rabbits. And it's the parents who plan expansive Easter egg hunts and myriad Easter activities and crafts. One other positive of being a kid on Easter? Watching cartoons, of course!
Take a break from dying eggs this year and re-watch some of these classic Easter cartoon clips.
While the Easter bunny is generally well-regarded for its fluffy belly, alert ears and too-cute buck teeth, some humans just aren't so fond of the creature. We're talking about young kiddos who -- when faced with the giant creature every Easter holiday -- erupt into a fountain of tears, traumatic screams and eyes bulging out of their sockets.
It's almost as if adults just want a little entertainment for the day. So, come Easter, they encourage a little PTSD by way of bunny rabbit.
Pets are at their most adorable when wearing bunny ears, decked out in pastels or otherwise Easter-fied.
Enjoy these videos of dogs and cats all Easter'd up.
