A Flower of Love | Mother Day Flower

It doesn’t take much to make mom feel special on her day! Maybe breakfast, maybe flowers, the choice is yours. If you give mom a special breakfast, be sure you don’t spill the beans ahead of time. Most times moms want to be there watching who is messing up her kitchen.

A good idea for mom for Mothers Day is make her breakfast and serve her in bed. If you choose to serve mom breakfast you may want to plan ahead. If you plan on flowers, make sure you order them early so that they arrive a day before.

If you plan on having mom over for a wonderful dinner you plan to cook, tell her that you want to surprise her, not to make any plans for that evening. If she has made plans ask her if you can do it the next night or the night before. Don’t tell her what you are doing, just ask her to dinner.

A few decorations for mom, you can get a few balloons that are filled with helium and decorate her chair with them. Instead of giving big gifts, it’s the little thanks that are more appreciated. Have the grandkids make her a card, by hand. This too is a tear jerker! Moms love hand made items. They appreciate the time it took to make such things.

After dinner, make her a special cupcake dessert. By having cupcakes, there is not too much of a mess, no extras! Have the kids decorate the cupcakes but have one set aside that they all do together, this is her special one! For this moms will appreciate their day and feel special.

Michele Rogers

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Flowers for Mom

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Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and one of the most popular gifts to get mom or a special woman in your life is flowers. While breakfast in bed may be just what mom needs, nothing says “I love you” like fresh flowers.

Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday each year in May and originated in Greece. Yes, Greece. In ancient times, legend has it each spring many people celebrated Rhea, the Mother of the Gods. This celebration eventually made its way to England, where “Mothering Sunday” marked the fourth Sunday of Lent.

In the US, Mother’s Day began as a day developed to celebrate peace in 1872 by Julia Ward Howe. Mother’s Day as we know it today began when a woman named Anna M. Jarvis’s mother passed away. After the death, Anna convinced her church to pass out carnations to honor her on the second anniversary of her death, the first official Mother’s Day. Anna chose white carnations, symbolizing her mother’s purity, love and endurance. Red carnations eventually took on a similar meaning, symbolizing a living mother.

There are many Mother’s Day FAQs that many people aren’t aware of:

• Mother’s Day is second only to Christmas and Chanukah in flower sales. Contrary to popular belief, Valentine’s Day falls behind Mother’s Day in flower-giving.

• 45% of flowers sold are fresh flowers

• 64% of women buy flowers

• 36% of men buy flowers

• 94% of purchases are bought as a gift

• 6% of purchases are bought for oneself

• Mixed flowers are the most popular in fresh-cut flowers

• Geraniums and petunias are the top flowering plants sold

• 81% of women ages 40 to 44 are mothers

• 90% of women in 1976 ages 40 to 44 were mothers

If all of this history and FAQs are inspiring you to buy flowers for a special woman in your life, let some of the best online flower services assist you. No matter whom you’re sending them to: mom, your grandmother, your elderly next-door neighbor or a co-worker, compare these and choose which you like the best. Remember, Mother’s Day isn’t just for mothers!

Kelly Kita

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I want to send my mother in law flowers, but should I send them Friday or Sunday on the actual day?

One “trade secret” that surprisingly few people know about is that during Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day it’s actually best to get your flowers sent a few days in advance.

This is because of simple supply-and-demand–there is only a limited supply of flowers during this period grown by all the flower farms in South America, Europe, and the US, and they go very quickly.

This is also why prices for roses go up prior to Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day–it’s not “price gouging” as many people think…it’s really to try to slow down the demand so flower companies can fulfill as many orders as possible.

Personally, what I like to do is get flowers delivered to *me* a couple days in advance. I clean them, prepare the vase and the flower food, and arrange them myself, and then hand-deliver them myself on the holiday (see the link below, which provides some good advice). This way, I’m assured of having the best quality flowers, and I’m not competing with thousands of others trying to compete for the last wilting rose on Sunday itself.

If you order florist flowers, I’d recommend getting them delivered on a Friday. If you order flowers delivered by UPS or Fedex, I’d suggest getting them up to 7 days in advance–this is because those flowers often come in bud form, and are hardly presentable–you need to cut them and arrange them in warm water for them to open up.

Bottom line–in general, the earlier you order the flowers, the more likely you’ll get the highest quality ones, whether from a local florist or from a company that delivers flowers in a box.

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Your Mom is probably the most important person in your life. She once gave you an irreplaceable gift – a safe, comfortable place to grow and develop before you entered this big world. She is always there for you when you need moral support or advice. She worries about you when you are away on a long trip or in the midst of a financial crisis.

Mother’s Day is HER day – once a year when you try to show her how much you love her. The only problem is finding just the right gift. Every year you rack your brains for something special, something unforgettable.

How about a bed and breakfast getaway?

Bed and breakfast inns offer a degree of personalized service that you won’t find in any hotel. Small inns often provide one-on-one amenities that will make Mom feel like a queen. Spa and in-room massage, pedicures, facials, breakfast in bed, full-meal service, fresh-cut flowers, mints on the pillow, champagne, fine wine, or strawberries dipped in chocolate are just a few of the extras you may find at one of these unique lodging properties.

Some bed and breakfasts offer special Mother’s Day packages. They excel in putting together amenities for anniversaries, birthdays, honeymoons, and other family occasions.

As you search for a bed and breakfast or country inn, try to find one that caters to adults only. Your Mom worked hard to raise you – getting up at night to comfort you when you cried, wiping your nose, cleaning your muddy face, and driving you to extracurricular functions. She has earned a holiday away from the distractions of little kids.

Here are a few suggestions to get you started.

Flagler Beach, Florida is home to Island Cottage Oceanfront Villa Inn and Spa. As its name suggests, onsite spa services are available – as well as whirlpool tubs built for two. Mom will enjoy their quiet, private beach as she relaxes and unwinds. The Inn also offers fine dining.

The Hexagon House in Pentwater, Michigan provides historic lodging near the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. This historic inn specializes in romance getaways. Mom will enjoy the Victorian parlor with its inviting fireplace, large porches, and gourmet breakfasts. In-room massage is also offered – and The Hexagon provides additional services such as manicures, facials, and personalized packages.

An Illinois inn in the greater St. Louis, Missouri area provides salon and in-room spa treatments, comfy plush robes (yours to take with you at checkout) and concierge services. The Beall Mansion’s crystal chandeliers and period antiques will make Mom feel like the Queen of England.

Charlottesville, Virginia is home to the Foxfield Inn. The Inn’s ‘Relaxation Getaway’ is meant to soak away all one’s cares. It includes full country breakfast, fine Virginia wine, and a heated outdoor spa. They can help you to reserve tables at a local restaurant, and can even transport you there – in the Inn’s Mercedes! Mom will be delighted to hear that they also offer private in-room massage.

On the southern coast of Maine you will find York Harbor – and York Harbor Inn. Boasting beautiful ocean views, fireplaces, patios, decks, and whirlpool spa tubs, this Inn is sure to please. Their fine gourmet dining and onsite pub with entertainment make any stay more complete. For mothers who like golfing, there is a golf course nearby. If Mom just wants to stroll while she unwinds, she can wander along miles of sandy beaches.

Now that you have a few suggestions, you can begin your Internet quest. However, if you are looking for accommodations in another country, you may need to expand your search criteria to include ‘pensions’, ‘guesthouses’, and ‘homestays’.

No matter what you call them, bed and breakfast inns are unique, and they aim to please.

Ready – Set – Go! Find a getaway while there are still vacancies available!

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