Mom's the Word

Although every day should be Mother's Day, it is on the second Sunday in May that mothers are honoured. (This year it’s May 12.) Select the perfect gift for the important woman in your life.

By the way, Stepmother's Day is celebrated on the following Sunday, May 19, 2002. Here's some background on Stepmother's Day.

According to a VISA survey, flowers are the number one most popular gift For mothers.

At Flower.com they have put together a selection of arrangements especially for mothers. Holland Park Garden Gallery not only has floral arrangements, but also sells seeds and bulbs for the sort of mom who enjoys growing her own flowers. And Gardens Alive! offers environmentally friendly products for the home, lawn, garden and orchard.

Also check out GreatFlowers.com for 50 per cent off all kinds of Mother’s Day floral arrangements -- at grower-direct prices. Try GreatFlowers.com

Gifts that make mothers feel pampered are also popular. The Body Shop carries a full range of lotions and potions to make her feel fabulous, or you can consult SpaCanada for a list of spas where she can be treated royally by a team of professional pamperers. Even a few hours of peace and quiet can be a fabulous gift -- just include some light reading from Amazon and a box of candy from Mrs. B's Country Candy.

If you have the type of mom who would give you the sun and the moon, return the favour by giving her a star. The Star Registry will select a star from the Hubble Guide Star Catalogue and ensuring that it is one that can be seen from your location in Canada – you then can name the star. If you prefer to give twinkly things of the wearable variety, then star-shaped items can be found in The Shopping Channel's collections of both fine and fashion jewellery.