Pamper Your Mother!

Mother’s Day Sunday May 9, 2010

Ahh, Mother’s Day. Always the second Sunday in May and such the perfect opportunity to pamper one of the biggest supporters in your upbringing. In the United States, Mother's Day remains one of the biggest days for sales of flowers, greeting cards, spa treatments, and dining out. And why not? I have yet to experience motherhood myself, but I will always mark this day as a special time to show my appreciation for my mom.
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What are some good Mother’s Day gifts this year? Here are my top 5 picks:


1. Hallmark Mother’s Day card with a heartfelt personal message on the inside. Always a classic.

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2. Spa certificate for a Swedish Massage or Facial.

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3. Jewelry by April Star Davis collection.

(photo courtesy of www.aprilstardavis.com)




4. Edible Arrangements: Bloom’s of Love Mother’s Day feature.

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5. Sunday brunch or dinner to her favorite place (or try a new spot!) with all the family…

(photo is of actual entrées featured from The MerK's menu)



If you are looking for somewhere to go for Mother’s Day, stop in The MerK! We will be featuring a Mother’s Day $47 Prix Fixe Menu. The 3 course menu features several choices of favorite menu selections including Calamari & Zucchini Fritti, Pesto crusted Salmon, and Espresso Chocolate Mousse for dessert.
For families of 3 or more, mom gets a free entrée.
There is also unlimited Champagne for couples!

Ciao!

This week's Mother's Day blog post comes from Nina Heck.