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Mothers Day Is Almost A Week Away, Hurry!

I surprisingly don’t like plain chocolate at all. It has to be in cookies, bars, ice cream or at least covering something. I guess I’m more of a chocolate-covered strawberry kind of girl. I included Shari’s Berries in my Top Five Valentine’s Day Gifts To Give Your Wife last Valentines Day as the go-to gift instead of a box of chocolates, and I am now promoting them as Mother’s Day gifts because they are just that darn good.

Shari’s Berries not only has cute pastel-decorated strawberries for this Mother’s Day, they have brownie pops, decorated cookies, cookie cakes, flowers, and truffles.

I really like the idea of the two-day gifts. The mother in your life might expect flowers on Mother’s day, but definitely will be taken by surprise with the chocolate-covered strawberries the day after.

If you are anything like me, a last-minute shopper, you are still wondering what to get your mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, or wife. Shari’s Berries ships fast, they even have a few options for next day delivery if you are a super procrastinator. Mother’s Day is almost a week away! Hurry and order strawberries covered in chocolateyour mother will be delightfully surprised!

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Affordable Celebrity-Inspired Jewelry for Expensive Tastes

ringThis is not just a woman’s world… it’s a mom’s world. Women of all ages have decided to take on the most important role – motherhood and many celebrity moms have made it look like a piece of cake. They go on coffee breaks with flawless skin, impeccable fashion and their kids are dressed to the nines. (Besides money and fame) What do they have that we don’t?

The problem is: we don’t take time for ourselves. I’m sure you’ve heard that before and you think “ya, ya it’s easy to say”. TODAY I want you to get out of bed, put some cute clothes on and do your makeup and hair- just because. Next time you see those cute shoes in the mall- buy them.

I think the trick to celebrity moms looking so well put together is accessories. I always see them in photos with cute accessories and purses and I think those are what makes the outfit. Fantasy Jewelry Box has a ton of celebrity-inspired jewelry for affordable prices. They have been featured in many fashion magazines and TV shows showing the latest fashions for less. I especially love their “inspired by nature” collection to celebrate that Spring has actually arrived! So, pick out something for yourself! (Hey, Mother’s Day is coming up isn’t it?) I love my new Victorian Style Cocktail Ring. It is fashionable, intricate and seemingly unbreakable…. beautiful quality! If you are in search of a gift for Mother’s Day, Fantasy Jewelry Box not only has fashion jewelry, but more classic pieces as well.

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Fantasy Jewelry Box would like to give one Busy Mom any item from their site! (under $50)

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What Should I Get My Mom or Grandma for Mother’s Day?

THAT is the question.  Well…. I have a few options for you.  I hope one of these items sparks your interest or gives you an idea of what to give your Grandmother or mother this mother’s day.

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Things Remembered has a new charm collection out especially for Mother’s Day.  You can add personalization to the charms and add it to any charm bracelet or necklace.  What a great gift for a mother or grandmother.  The personalization is such a great touch, sure to make any mother cry.  Orders require 3 days of production before delivery.  Standard delivery will arrive by Mother’s Day if the order is placed by May 4th.  Faster shipping times are also available.  Be on the lookout for a review by Busy Mom of the Things Remembered Charm Line.

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Mother’s usually say they are “watching their weight,” but they will surely appreciate this delectable gift from Cheryl and Company.  15 assorted buttercream frosted cookies are included in this Mother’s Day tin. This gift tin includes 4 Frosted Lemon Burst cookies, 2 Frosted Key Lime cookies, Frosted Orange Citrus cookies, 2 Frosted Heart Shaped Cut-out cookies, 2 Frosted Chocolate Buttercream Chip cookies, 1 Frosted Triple Chocolate cookie, 1 Frosted Chocolate Caramel cookie, and 1 Frosted Chocolate Peanut Butter cookie.  My favorite were the heart cut-out cookies.  These were some of the best cookies I have ever tasted.  They arrived fresh and soft.  Use the promotion code XJ at checkout for $10 off any $50 order.

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Edible Gifts Plushas an array of gifts for mothers and grandmothers.  Everything from giant fortune cookies to wine baskets.  You can build a custom gift basket, customize cookies, brownies, and more with photos and personalization.  Personalization is KEY.  Mom’s love seeing that you took that extra time and put thought into a gift.  Be on the lookout in the next few days for a review AND giveaway from Edible Gifts Plus.

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Greenheart is one of my favorite new shops.  Greenheartis Chicago’s premier eco-fair trade non-profit shop, carrying both fair trade and eco friendly products. Greenheart carries a variety of goods including recycled accessories and handbags, home goods, gourmet treats, cookbooks, glassware, jewelry, toys, personal care, organic cotton t-shirts and more. Greenheart believes consumers have the power to affect positive World change by supporting sustainable and fair business practices in their purchasing choices.  Mom‘s will love these eco-friendly options.  Tell them the story behind this gift and it will mean even more to them.

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ScanCafe is an interesting product.  Sometimes Mom‘s want something other than flowers and this is a perfect gift.  Here is how ScanCafe works: 

  • ScanCafe sends the user a physical gift box.   
  • Once it’s received, the user places up to 400 of their old 35mm photos and negatives that they have laying around the house.  (Normally, these photos will be faded, yellowed, scratched, and damaged.)
  • The user ships this box back to ScanCafe.
  • ScanCafe digitally retouches these photos, removing blemishes, red-eye, scratches, and marks.
  • In 4-5 weeks, ScanCafe sends back the user’s photos, along with a DVD.  This DVD holds digitally retouched copies of all of the user’s photos.
  • Be on the lookout for a giveaway from ScanCafe in the next few days on Busy Mom!

    Show your mother’s you care this Mother’s Day.  If you don’t choose something from the Busy Mom gift guide, be sure to make it special!