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10 Things No One Should EVER Give Mom on Mother's Day

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 03 May 2013 21:34:24 +0000

Shopping for Mom can be stressful. She’s the woman who brought you into the world, who cleaned your face with her own spit when you were little, who asked you on a daily basis if you were raised in a barn (and did so lovingly). There’s no gift that can thank her for all that [...]

What Does Mom Really Want for Mother's Day? The Answer May Surprise You

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:41:58 +0000

So, you think you know what to get for Mother’s Day? Think again. Bust out the construction paper, pipe cleaners and glitter because a new survey of more than 2,100 mothers with kids under the age of 18 found that most moms want a homemade present from their child. A total of 14.6% said they [...]

Valentine's Day Ideas For the Cheap Romantic

Todd Harding — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:45:12 +0000

There are ways to be romantic and not spend a ton of money. Todd Harding has done everything on this list over the years. Some of the ideas do take a little bit of work. These are Todd's 5 favorite money-saving Valentine's Day Ideas.

Watch This Kid's Priceless Reaction to His Christmas Present

Kyle Dowling — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 18:32:58 +0000

The holiday season is usually a momentous time for laughs, cheers and smiles, but this kid's reaction, while still happy, was a little different. He might not have been too psyched over that initial gift, appearing a bit apathetic, but the second one surely got to him, resulting in a response no one expected -- especially the parents.

Alabama Fan Cries After Receiving BCS Championship Game Ticket as Gift

Ben Chew — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 21:00:43 +0000

There are few things that will make a grown man from Alabama break down in tears and a ticket to this year’s BCS National Championship game against Notre Dame is one of them. The above reaction video was shot by Daniel Buckhannan as he was giving a Christmas gift to his father, Don. At first, [...]

Urban Shredder From Hot Wheels Sure to Be on Most Dangerous Toy List this Holiday

Chris Illuminati — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 21:30:31 +0000

The Urban Shredder from Hot Wheels looks like every kid’s moist dream and every parent’s biggest nightmare. This kiddie crotchrocket is powered by a 250 watt motor and two DC 12 volt batteries. It has a maximum speed of 10mph, unless this kid lives near hills, where it could probably reach speeds of around 90 [...]

Find the Perfect Gift For Mom This 'Mother's Day' At Arts For All [PHOTOS]

Critter — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:03:43 +0000

Today is 'Mother's Day' and if you've waited until just now to get mom something for her special day you're in luck! Just head to Shepler Park in downtown Lawton on Gore Boulevard and visit the 2012 Arts For All Festival. There you'll find plenty of ideals and you're sure to find a gift as unique and special as mom. Everything from jewelry, paintings, sculptures, pottery, clothing, accessories and a whole lot more!

Valentine's Day Gifts Men Really Want — But Probably Won't Get

Kathy Landin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:01:34 +0000

This is it. The terrible day we all love to hate is upon us. You have probably struggled to figure out what to get your special Valentine, but do you think she has been struggling to figure out what to get for you? Are you tired of getting gifts that are more for her than they are for you?

Attention, Men — Women Want Creative Gifts on Valentine's Day

Shauna Wright — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:36:16 +0000

For a guy, finding the right Valentine’s Day gift for his beloved can be a challenge. And if a new online survey is to be believed, it just got a little harder — women say the stand-by chocolates and flowers simply won’t do.

What's the Best Valentine's Day Gift? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:17:35 +0000

It’s February, so that means you’re on the Valentine’s Day clock, fellas.

While knowledge of your special lady should be what dictates what you get her, come the 14, perhaps this survey from Sears of more than 1,000 adults on their V-Day gift preferences can also help you out.

Hilarious Gift Idea That Reminds People 'It's The Thought That Counts'

Jen A. Miller — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:00:53 +0000

We give Partners & Spade credit: they’re willing to make fun of themselves – and in a way that could take care of the rest of your holiday shopping list for all the people in your life that are impossible to shop for at the holidays. For $.99, this New York studio will take a [...]

What's the Most Popular Children's Gift This Year? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:33:41 +0000

According to a Harris Interactive survey of adults planning to buy children’s presents this holiday season, the most popular kid’s gift items — more popular than video games, board games and dolls — are books. Forty-five percent of gift-buying adults say they will be buying someone under 18 a book, while 33 percent will spring for [...]

5 Gifts Not to Get Mom for Mother's Day

Nancy Mace — Fri, 06 May 2011 15:55:52 +0000

If there's one talent moms have, it's their killer poker face. That's why you may not have noticed any disappointment from gifts you've given her on a holiday, birthday or Mother's Day in the past, from macaroni necklaces to wilted bouquets. And though we're sure you've given her lots of things she adores, you don't want to make the mistake of giving her something she doesn't.

Here's a list of five things to avoid handing over on Mother's Day: