1 Hour, 1,000 Calories. Title Boxing Club, Allen & McKinney {First Class Free}

Disclaimer: I've received complimentary classes for the purposes of learning how great Title Boxing Club is. 

Working out.

It’s good for you and necessary for relieving stress, flexibility and losing weight. But with taking care of the kids, handling work projects and dealing with home responsibilities, it’s impossible most days to find a way to fit it into the schedule. And for a lot of mamas, there’s even guilt attached to taking the time to for you (and honestly, your health), even if it’s only for an hour.

So when we have the opportunity to bust a move, you have to make it count.

That means :30 minutes on the treadmill ain’t gonna cut it. And let’s face it: it’s B-O-R-I-N-G, which is why you aren’t trying hard to work that workout into your day.

And believe me, I had no idea I’d be there girl with boxing gloves throwing an uppercut into a punching bag. Don’t know what that means. Yea, I didn’t either until Title Boxing Club.

But if that idea of “Rocky” doesn’t sound like you either, give me just give me a second.

I bet burning up to 1000 calories an hour does. And getting all that built up stress out of your system does. Maybe it’s the pink gloves and purple wraps that will grab your attention. Or the fact that you have less than 90 days from now before you quite possible need to donn a bathing suit in front of other people…

Whatever your why, you need to give Title Boxing Club, with locations in McKinney and Allen a shot.

Intimidated by the pure concept of boxing?  I was too, but only a few minutes in class I had comfort in what I was doing and after just one class, I knew that I had gotten a full body work out that made me feel stronger, focused and ready to take on the fun of picking up kids, grocery shopping and the email list sitting on my iPad.

And all it took was one hour.

I didn’t have a clue what to expect when I walked in the door for my first class, but immediately someone showed me exactly how to put on my wraps, put on my gloves and how the class worked. However, if the Type A part of your brain wants to be ready to go on the first time, there’s a great video on how to wrap your hands or feel free to have one of the team members show you how each time you come until you have the hang of it.

Class breakdown:

·   The first 15 of class is the warm up: You’ll get your blood pumping with a complete range of exercises including stretching, jogging, calisthenics, jumping, lunging and squats.

·   The second part of class consists of 30 minutes working with the bag: The bulk of your workout is set up in three minute rounds that include basic boxing combinations followed by a one minute “active rest.” This gives you a break, while keeping your heart rate up.

·    The last 15 minutes is sculpting and resistance: You’ll use workout gear and body resistance to strengthen your core and sculpt your body while cooling down with floor work and toning exercises.

What I really love about Title Boxing Club is that everyone gets a workout. I’ve seen men and women, every color and ethnicity and all ages throwing punches and kicking the bag all in the name of fitness.

Still not convinced it’s for you? Then try it free!

The first class is free, so you can find out how amazing Title Boxing Club is and how quick you’ll be ready for your next class.

And it’s only one hour. And 1,000 calories...

Title Boxing Club, Allen

300 N. Greenville

Allen, TX 75002

(214) 644-2640

http://www.facebook.com/TITLEBoxingClubAllen

Title Boxing Club, McKinney

5080 Virginia Pkwy

McKinney, TX 75070

(214) 856-7007

For other locations, visit http://www.titleboxingclub.com.

 I can’t wait to continue to my journey with you too, so make sure to stay tuned to how I make the “Power Hour” work for me as it will work for you, too!

Now What? Unique Family Fun Activities for After-Thanksgiving Dinner in DFW

After you've hit Pumpkin Pie coma, dad has OD'd game and the kids have caught cabin fever, it's time to get out of the house for a little post-Turkey Day time. 

Here are a few unique ideas for family fun in Dallas that doesn't take too much time or planning to get the holiday happiness flowing! 

Get to the Ice to Meet Missile Toes, the back-flipping, pyrotechnic ice-skating Santa at Galleria Dallas

Burn off those mashed potatoes by taking to the ice at the Galleria Dallas Ice Rink from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Galleria! And if you try real hard, you probably can even get a little shopping checked off your list, too! If you just can’t get out of the house on Thanksgiving then venture out on Friday at noon when Galleria Dallas debuts the first Macy’s Grand Tree Lighting Celebration of the season. World Champion and Olympic skater Kurt Browning joins cute local skaters and the legendary pyrotechnic Missile Toes countdown to the tree lighting on the ice for a 20-minute holiday extravaganza around the 95-foot-tall Christmas tree. Best of all this show is free!

Galleria Dallas has several holiday experiences for you to enjoy, so visit the full schedule at galleriadallas.com. (Disclaimer: #Client)

See the World’s Longest Light Tunnel at the Prairie Lights in Grand Prairie

We are super excited to load up the car, grab our hot chocolate and turn on Michael Buble for Christmas memories you’ll enjoy for years to come.  Read more about the Prairie Lights here…

Go Nuts at the Gaylord Texan ICE display of The Nutcracker

Our family loves the Gaylord Texan at the holidays because it’s like going to a little bit of Disney – but I can be home in just 20 minutes!  Last year we really enjoyed our experience (if you’ve never been to ICE check out my 7 tips to the Perfect Ice Experience here), but we are really excited to check out the new theme, The Nutcracker! Of course, little man is all about the tubing action and some mama fun making a gingerbread house with Gingy! 

Even if you aren’t a guest, you can enjoy the ICE exhibit! Hours vary for this experience, so make sure you check out the website for the specific schedule and price.

Nothing Says the Holidays than Snow with the Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway

Texas Motor Speedway doesn’t do anything small and that definitely describes their holiday event, the Gift of Lights. The Snow Village at TMS features a tubing hill, snow ball gallery, and a snow play area – and finish the fun by making s’mores! Read more about the Gift of Lights…

And don’t forget to SAVE THE DATE for these upcoming holiday events later in December!

Holly Jolly Holidays Start Dec. 11 at the Grapevine LEGO MINILAND

Search for Santa in a scavenger hunt through MINILAND. You’re bound to find an old St. Nick, as there are 11 LEGO Santa’s hidden throughout the 1.5 million LEGO bricks in MINILAND. (Dec.  11 - 25)

Write and mail your letter to Santa while enjoying complimentary milk and cookies in the Café. (Wednesday, Dec.  11 and 18 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Milk and cookies served on Dec. 25 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.)

Build a LEGO ornament to hang on the LEGOLAND Discovery Center tree (with a minimum $1 donation to Merlin’s Magic Wand.) Plus, meet Bertie the mascot! (Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 14, 15, 21 and 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)

Admission is $19 for adults, $15 for children ages 3 to 12, and free for kids 2 and under. Also note, special holiday hours: Christmas Eve 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Christmas noon to 6 p.m., New Years Eve 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and New Year’s Day 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

To purchase special discounted tickets visit www.LEGOLANDDiscoveryCenter.com/dallasfw.

Scuba Diving Santa takes the plunge at Sea Life Aquarium

While you are at MINILAND at Grapevine Mills, walk across the hall to the Sea Life Aquarium! This Santa doesn’t have fire coming out of his skates, but he does have an oxygen tank on his back. The Scuba Diving Santa takes the plunge to entertain you amongst the fish and sharks in SEA LIFE Aquarium Grapevine’s 145,000-gallon tank.  Scheduled dives occur at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec.  11 and 18 and Saturday, Dec. 14 and 21.

The kids will also be able write and mail a letter to Santa.  Letters can be written from noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11 and 18 and Saturday, Dec. 14 and 21.

Admission is $19 for adults, $15 for children ages 3 to 12, and free for kids 2 and under.  To purchase special discounted tickets visit www.visitsealife.com/grapevine.  Please note the special holiday hours: Holiday Hours: Christmas Eve 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Christmas noon to 6 p.m., New Years Eve 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and New Years Day 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Gobble, Gobble!

Fresh Produce Free? Get Yours to Make This Roasted Parmesan Potatoes & Asparagus {Recipe}

Disclaimer: I enjoyed complimentary produce from Klondike brands to create delicious recipes for my family. 

The other day I had the biggest craving for asparagus. It's one of my favorite vegetables and with very little preparation and time, you've got a delicious side that they whole family can enjoy. While I can eat it many ways, I wanted to try something new, so I found this great recipe for roasted Klondike Rose potatoes and asparagus. Seemed like the best of two worlds for the ultimate side item for steak, chicken and my favorite pairings, salmon. 

Did I mention this recipe also has parmesan cheese and fresh basil?  

Best of all, right now when you buy one 5 lb. bag of Green Giant Fresh Klondike Rose Potatoes, you get one 8 oz. bag of Green Giant Fresh Asparagus FREE at TARGET

with this coupon. 

Roasted Parmesan Potatoes and Asparagus
Recipe Provided by Klondike Brands
Recipe Link

Ingredients:
12 oz. Green Giant® Fresh Asparagus, trimmed and chopped
6 Klondike Rose potatoes, chopped
1 Green Giant® Fresh yellow onion, chopped
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 cup fresh parmesan, grated
1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions:
In a shallow baking pan, toss together the potatoes, asparagus, onion, basil and oil, spreading evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
Roast in a 450˚ F oven for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Sprinkle with fresh parmesan and roast until cheese is melted and golden, about 3 minutes. Serve.

 Use this locator to find our where you can find Klondike Rose potatoes and get your free 8 oz bag of Green Giant Fresh Asparagus!

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Look Good While You Do Good on 4th Annual Génifique Day

Talking with one of my friends the other day, we discussed the need to "hide" or "sneak away" when we went to have a beauty treatment. For some reason (besides the cost), we both felt guilty for getting a little "maintenance" AKA beauty treatments. Perhaps it is the fact that we are not working, taking care of kids or doing one of the 101 other things that are on our list of things-to-do, either way, getting beautified comes with guilt. 

Photo courtesy of Mickey Williams

That's why I love that now I can feel good about doing good while I get to look good on the 4th Annual Génifique Day. On Friday, Oct. 11 Lancôme and Celebrity Makeup Artist Mickey Williams invite you to get a makeover while you give back to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

• Beauty expert Mickey Williams will be providing a complimentary, professional makeup application session and personal product recommendation consultation from Mickey herself at Dillard’s at North Park Center.

• Then capture your beautiful look in one of Lancôme photo booths following your celebrity status makeover.

• For each Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate or Génifique Eye Light-Pearl sold, Lancôme will make a $7 donation to St. Jude. Internationally recognized for its scientific research, St. Jude works to find cures and treat children with catastrophic diseases.

Williams has been lending her expertise for more than 20 years to A-list clients like athlete Bethany Hamilton, Matt Damon, Barack Obama, and Demi Lovato. Williams has also been a featured contributor in more than 100 top publications, and appeared a beauty and style expert for The Today Show, ET!, Extra, and Good Morning America.

Partnering with Williams for this fun event is the revolutionary makeup leader, Lancome. Their Génifique formula is designed to reactivate the 10 key signs of youth, restoring skin’s vibrant smoothness, luminosity, and radiance in just seven days.

4th Annual Génifique Day

Saturday, Oct. 12, 2013

Noon to 5 p.m.

Dillards at North Park Center

8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas TX 75225

See Venice in a Day with the SMU Meadows Museum Family Day, June 8

Me Mondays:

Last summer my husband checked-off a bucket list must-do with a trip to Italy – from Rome to Venice. It was truly a life-changing experience and almost daily I am reminded of something from that journey. That’s why I was so excited by the Meadow Museum’s special Family Day event this weekend, June 8. What a great way to share just a little bit with my kids and what mom and dad did on their special vacation and to commemorate our special trip.

A little iPhone shot I took this summer on the boat in Venice. (Photo credit: Autumn Reo.)

Families are invited to be immersed in the spirit of Venice at Meadows Museum at a special free family event, from 11 am – 2 pm. You’ll be able to stroll through the galleries featuring vibrant works in their special exhibition Impressions of Europe: Nineteenth-Century Vistas by Martín Rico as well as other activities and performance for visitors of all ages.

Family Day at SMU Meadows Museum

Saturday, June 8, 11 am-2 pm

Free

214-768-4677

Website

This Weekend: Let the Kids Go Wild, Score with Food Trucks and Meet the Girls at the Barre

To-Do Thursdays:

While the weather is still deciding what season it is going to be this April, this weekend we've got a packed schedule full of fun family activities that can fit whatever your palatte and budget. 

Here's a few of my picks for 4/26 - 4/28: 

The Ballpark in Arlington turns into the center of the food truck universe with the North Texas Food Truckin' Fest on Friday and Saturday. Get our your elastic pants and...

Need to finish that crafty project, but still need a few things? Then bring the kiddos with you to Michaels for a $2 "Make-and-Take" project that they can put together while you shop for just $2. This week's craft is...

Let the kids go wild for a little while for the special Re-opening of the New Play Place area at Galleria Dallas for a fun free event on Saturday. The Dallas Zoo, Texas Discovery Gardens, giveaways from...

And just for mama: 

Get this Groupon, call the girls and begin changing your body with your 55-minute Pure Barre class in North Arlington. New to Pure Barre? Then try your first class free, but don't miss this deal...

Get Your Pass: How to Be a Chick-Fil-A VIP

Food Fridays:

After THIS week, I wanted to share something that just made me smile. Food often does, so that's why I write about it, take photos of it, talk about it and eat it often. 

This little adventure though was a little different than our normal trip to Chick-Fil-A. I wasn't just a customer; I was a VIP. And best of all, you can be too! Here's how: 

A girlfriend of mine handed me these "backstage" passes for an All-Access Tour of the local Chick-Fil-A. She said that her kiddos loved it and it was cool to see what CFA does  behind the "magic curtain." So of course, I had to go. 

On our way out of town, we stopped at the Chick-Fil-A in Grapevine for lunch and our "tour." Since my kids would eat CFA for every meal of the day, I knew they would love it too. We ordered our normal meal and showed them the pass. With a smile they told us to enjoy our meal and when we were done, they would be happy to escort us. 

Of course, that got me thinking about why I cared out the tour. Would I be as excited at just any fast-food joint. Not at all. But it was Chick-Fil-A and "I Love Chick-Fil-A." And after my tour I was going to find out exactly why. 

First it was impertative we start with a little history lesson about how CFA became CFA. Then as we approached the kitchen door, we were asked to put on shoe covers so we wouldn't spread germs and also slip on the floor in the kitchen. Unfortunately I was told is that I couldn't take any shots of my backstage tour, so I don't have any photos to share. But I will tell you that the 15-minute tour was worth it just to see the CFA logo drawn in sugar and to learn that CFA is the biggest customer of Sunkist Lemons. (It would have made the cutest photo!)

Then we took a gander at their side items, ingredients and what products they used to make many of their customer favorites, especially the kids meal items (which we purchase at least once a week) and score a free cookie coupon (the best chocolate chip cookies ever.) Next we were able to see the feature presentation, the cooking of that amazing chicken with the family recipe that has made CFA one of the most successful quick-service restaurants. As a finale, my son was able to create his own family-recipe ice cream cone from the machine (it's not ice milk, people) and go to the play area to enjoy his dessert and a little play time with his sister. (Remember, when you're four, this is all a pretty big deal.)

After our experience I just thought about how cool the experience was. And even more so, how it really made us even more fans of the food. So much so, I decided I needed to highlight just a few of the reasons 

WHY I LOVE CHICK-FIL-A 

1.  That chicken. OMG. My first CFA was not until college and only then did I understand why people stood in line for just a chicken sandwich.

2.  Chick-Fil-A sauce is the stuff that dreams are made out of (I only wish they sold it in a bottle!) 

3.  Drive through service that is friendly, quick and done with a smile - no matter which one I go to!

4.  Huge condiment spread. The Reos are condiment people so the fact that there is a station that's neat and tidy and anticipates all my needs, I love. 

5.  Sticky placemats for the kids to keep them from eating off the table. (Had to be a mom that made that suggestion.) 

6.  Hello, another condiment!?! And ketchup reigns supreme for my husband. Plus, dip-accessible containers. (Why does anyone use those packets anymore?)

7.  My son's favorite place to eat. I can always ensure I have a perfectly behaved son if I so much as dangle the idea of the "Cowplace" as a treat. (I'm not above incentive programs or bribery:) 

8.  Playground Sneaker Keeper to keep all the kids organized and hopefully, from coming home with the wrong ones. 

9.  Everyone loves the cow. I mean come on. That's a gimme. 

10. Anything that makes my husband smile like this makes my "I Love List..." In this case, it was the ice cream. (Perfect to go with that cookie!)

11. Playground equipment that is INSIDE and allows for toddlers to play. Part of the reason CFA won me over is that I could take my 18-month old and she could play without falling down in the dirt or going beyond her means.

12. Those cookies are THAT good. So good that I ordered them for my son's birthday party...too bad the kids didn't eat them because the adults had already snagged them all. 

So you want to be a Chick-Fil-A VIP? Then all you have to do is ASK! Just give a call to your local CFA and see if they are doing the "All-Access Backstage Tour." I know the Grapevine location said they invite everyone to be a VIP! And if you are a real CFA fan, they even do a 90-minute tour of the corporate office in Atlanta! 

They'll leave the fryer on for you. 

Disclaimer: This was a nice family trip to Chick-Fil-A. It has nothing to do with any political, religious or other views, but just that my family likes to eat CFA. A lot. And that the Chick-Fil-A Sauce must have something addictive in it because I can't get enough of that stuff. Ever. And I totally paid for every bit of what we ate and Chick-Fil-A had no idea I was going to blog about it either. So how's that for honesty and transparency? 

Valentine's Day Downloadable {Freebie}

Love Week Continues! 

In addition to my normal tasks this week, I'm playing party planner for both kiddos Valentine's Day parties. For the boy, we went with downloadable stickers that said "You Rock" on Pop Rocks and for my daughter, I had to create something a little bit more special. She's changing schools, so I wanted to do something to say goodbye - even if she's not even two yet. 

I already had some Play-doh in reserves (from last Valentine's Day clearance) and then had to come up with something to pair with it: 

While the artwork isn't amazing, if you'd like to use it, I thought I'd share - just in time for Valentine's Day. 

Get this Valentine's Day downloable PDF here.

For more Valentine's Day fun, check out these posts:

Heart-Shaped Food Fun for V-Day

Healthy Valentine's Day Treat with Easy S'Mores Flaxseed Cupcakes {Recipe}

The Cake Mamas Would Rather Wear Than Eat

Virgins Saints & Angels New Line Brings Out the Princess (or Witch) In You

It Hurt Me (Good) to the Core {Free Fab Ab Video}

Try-It Tuesday:

Every mom, except maybe Heidi Klum, has to work to get her abs back after giving birth.

Too bad in my case, I'm still looking to get some in the first place.

Bellybands, girdles and Spanx are very useful in creating optical illusions, but when it comes down to it, nothing beats working out that core section to create those coveted Jennifer Aniston abs.

Unfortunately, while practice does make perfect, it is hard to pony up to a pilates class because when you hear "100," you think it means it's a sponsored Nabisco snack time. (That's another story.)

Thankfully, Jill Miller has created a solution that helps you build-up those abs layer-by-layer to help you overcome core and abdominal weakeness caused by underuse, injury and scar tissue (i.e. babies.) Through  her seven sequences that can be completed at home in no matter what shape you're in, she works to create a strong, flexible and balanced core with her newest video in her Yoga Tune-Up series, Coregeous (yep, say "goregeous" with a "c.")

While I won't be sharing my first experience working through the video, I can definitely admit - my abs have been worked in ways I never thought possible. After being in bed due to illness, I need a lot of help. And if I can get up off the floor tomorrow, I'll be doing this again and again...(How else am I going to make Ryan Gosling mistakenly call me Eva?)

FREE ALERT: Wondering if this is for you? Jill's really nice and has some free videos for you to check out online.

Coregeous with Jill Miller

$14-$19 

Buy It (Amazon.com and YogaTune-Up.com)

DISCLAIMER:
I received one or more of the mentioned products for the sole purpose of this review. No other compensating was given and all opinions expressed are 100 percent my own. (Accordance with FTC's 16 CFR Part 255, "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.")

To-Do DFW: Bears, butterflies, boos and blooms, Oct. 19-21

To-Do Thursdays

Everything about this weekend is FALL. And in Texas, this season is only about two weeks long. So between the bears, butterflies, boos and blooms, you've got all kinds of options! However, it looks like most of them are on Oct. 20, so you're going to have to make some decisions.

Tip from me: Choose only 1-2 things to do and have a blast. Don't try to make it too all of the events and not have any fun at any of them!

Here's my roundup of a few events that will entertain your family this weekend in DFW:

Dust off your wings Oct. 20: Grapevine Butterfly Flutterby & Fall Roundup

Blooms, Tunes and Chili Spoons – Farmers Branch’s Bloomin’ Bluegrass 2012, Oct. 20 & 21

Go “Boo!” in the Zoo at the Fort Worth Zoo, Oct. 19-21 and Oct. 26-28

Build a free bear for needy children with Build-A-Bear’s Stuffed with Hugs, Oct 20-21

Travel the World in a Weekend with Addison WorldFest, Oct. 20 & 21

Have fun!

#To-Do #DFW: Enjoy fall with Celebrate #Roanoke, Autumn in the #Arboretum, & Flower Mound #Pumpkin Patch

To-Do Thursdays

This weekend is actually shaping up to be all about fall and family. With few opportunities left to enjoy the amazing Texas fall weather, I'm suggesting you get out outdoors and just spend time doing nothing, but enjoying each other. 

Here's my roundup of a few events that will entertain your family this weekend in DFW: 

Here's my son at the Flower Mound Pumpkin Village in 2010.

Celebrate all things Roanoke with Celebrate ROANOKE, Oct. 13

Fall in Love this Fall with Autumn in the Arboretum Dallas, Sept. 22 – Nov. 21

Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkin Patch. 

Enjoy Autumn. It doesn't last long!

Always Know Where "Kids Can Eat Free" with Free New App

I try to always give readers a heads up on where they can score free food -- especially when you are paying for kids to eat, too. Worst off, when you are trying to eat healthy it can go to the wayside if you have to take out the whole family. (I mean how can you compete with a Little Ceasar's Pizza at $5 for a large pepperoni!) That's why one of the most heavily downloaded lists is that of all the “kids eat free” restaurants in DFW. But keeping up that list and printing it out to put on the refrigerator may be a thing of the past with a new free website and app.

Jennifer Bilbro, a busy mom tired of overpaying for kids’ meals, founded Out to Eat With Kids, an online database featuring local restaurants with economical and healthy kids’ meals. At OuttoEatWithKids.com, parents can search by zip code and day of the week to find a selection of FREE or reduced-price kids’ meals at local restaurants. Parents can also access this incredible resource for meals on-the-go by using its free mobile app. (This is what I use.)

Out to Eat With Kids features more than 15,000 restaurants nationwide and is constantly being updated with new deals. Plus, Out to Eat With Kids is working with the National Restaurant Association to promote healthy children's menu options that meet nutritional standards through its Kids LiveWell program and features a special logo next to qualifying restaurants.

I found around 15 Kids Eat Free specials in DFW on the app, so it’s off to a great start. And hopefully so are we to saving a little money!  

Pin It To Get The Perfect Mom's Day Gift

Every Mother’s Day everyone scrambles to get the right Mother’s Day gift. Although I have received a good one or two myself (my husband surprised me the year right before my was born with a pair of diamond earrings in my Sunday paper), for the most part it’s like Forrest Gump said, “you never know what you’re gonna get: (and in some cases, not get.) 

So rather than scour the planet to try to figure out what you think mom wants for Mother’s Day, I’m going to tell you exactly what to do to get it right this Mother’s Day... 

Go to Pinterest. You’ll find the motherload (yes, that was the perfect pun!) 

Yep, this social media site (whose users are 70 percent women in the U.S. according to Mashable) is going to give you a full listing of everything you can think of to get for mom and probably at every price point. Don’t know if your mom is on Pinterest or know she doesn’t have an account? Don’t worry: just get one for yourself and type in “Mother’s Day” to get tons of ideas that you can make or buy just to make your mom feel special this Mother’s Day. 

First thing you should know is Mother’s Day isn’t really about what you get her. Yep, while jewelry, purses and all that is nice, you can get away with a lot cheaper items and get big brownie points. A meal, a craft or a keepsake may make take you a little time, but remember, the gift is about letting her know how much you appreciate her. However, if your mama has been screaming for a new Louis Vuitton (like I have) and you’ve got the cash to splurge, don’t worry, you’ll still get your bonus points and a lot more too if you get if for her (honey, this special note was just for you.) 

Here’s just a few pins I’ve come across that might make good Mother’s Day gifts for mom, grandma, etc. And if you’re like me and you get to purchase your own gift and then let everyone know what they got you, there’s even a few ideas just for Mother’s Day for you to give to your kiddos one day to show them how this whole Mother’s Day thing is supposed to work. 

        

      

    

So to all your mamas out there, I hope this post helps to create your perfect Mother’s Day!