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The 10 Worst Moms in Pop Culture

Donald Deane — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:27:09 +0000

If movies and TV have taught us anything, it's that all mothers are NOT created equal. While some fictional moms might be willing to play the doting matriarch, others engage in twisted mind games, dole out severe corporal punishment and even commit murder most foul. Think about that the next time you forget to call your mom on Mother's Day.

Moms Eat for Free at Hooters on Mother's Day, It's the Guilt That Will Cost You

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:36:19 +0000

Worried about where to take your mom on Mother’s Day to show her just how much you appreciate her? Well, Hooters is here to help. The popular chain is letting moms eat for free this Mother’s Day at every one of its 355 locations throughout the US. Oh, sure, it’s only for an entrée up [...]

5 Awesome Notes To Kids By Moms

Stephanie McMaster — Wed, 08 May 2013 17:40:20 +0000

Mothers have been communicating with their children via handwritten notes for years. Some mothers put more of a humorous spin on their notes than others, however. With Mother's Day right around the corner, we're hoping the children of the moms behind these hilarious notes have something awesome planned for them:

Awesome Mom Plays Black Keys on the Spoons

Emerald Catron — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:52:13 +0000

Don’t be confused by the fact that this video starts with a lady feeding a bunch of kangaroos — this IS a video of a lady rocking out on the spoons. The kangaroo intro merely adds to its general amazingness. Deb “Spoons” Perry really likes ‘Lonely Boy’ by the Black Keys, and so she decided [...]

10 Mothers Only a Son Could Love

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:00:00 +0000

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we thought it might be a good time for some reflection. Our moms can be pretty annoying sometimes, what with all the calling and emailing, but it’s only because they care. Unfortunately, not all moms have a warm, motherly heart; here’s our list of 10 Mothers Only a [...]

5 Things You Can Do For Your Tech-Challenged Mom on Mother's Day

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:58:42 +0000

Oh, moms. A generation of “digital immigrants,” our moms have a real love/hate relationship with technology. While most moms we know love their iPads/Kindles/iPhones/weird off-brand tablets, they also seem to have a very hard time figuring them out, and have a tendency to get overwhelmed by tech problems. That’s where you come in: If you [...]

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 [...]

Wow Mom With Impressive Macaroni Art This Mother's Day

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:34:48 +0000

Macaroni art is as much a part of Mother’s Day as brunch and sentimental cards featuring sunrises. If you have a mom, chances are that, at some point, you showed your love for her via dry pasta. If you are a mom, you’ve probably re-glued that one piece of macaroni that keeps falling off the frame [...]

A Mother's Day Supercut of Memorable Movie Moms [VIDEO]

jfriedman — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:00:39 +0000

Mother’s Day is just a few short weeks away, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with this “Movie Moms Supercut” featuring some of the fiercest mothers in movie history, from Anjelica Huston’s solid ‘Royal Tenenbaums’ matriarch to Faye Dunaway’s unstable Joan ‘Mommie Dearest’ Crawford. It’s an easy last-minute gift for [...]

5 Gifts Not to Get Mom for Mother's Day

Wendy Gould — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:30:13 +0000

Mother’s Day is around the corner, so now’s a good time to start doing some present planning. A good place to start is what not to get her, so we thought we’d help you out. Moms have killer poker faces, which is why you may not have noticed any disappointment over presents you’ve given her in [...]

How To Find the Perfect Mother's Day Gift

Townsquare Media — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:06:20 +0000

Shopping for Mother’s Day? You’ll want to match the perfect gift to her unique interests and personality. A recent study commissioned by the daily deal website Groupon, and conducted by Research Now, found that the majority of shoppers say finding the right gift for Mom is the most stressful part of Mother’s Day. But according [...]

Mother's Day: A Day for Reflection

Aaron Galloway — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:48:43 +0000

Most people spend Mother’s Day bestowing flowers, gifts and heartfelt sentiments upon their moms. But for some, knowing how to honor their mother is not so easy. After all, mothers are only human, and not all of them are perfect. Take it from Keith L.T. Alexander, author of the new coming-of-age memoir “Forgery-of-the-Month Club,” which [...]

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!

Remembering Mom This Mother's Day

Critter — Thu, 10 May 2012 19:58:46 +0000

This Sunday is "Mother's Day" don't forget about mom! Make sure you let her know how much you love and appreciate her. "You can tell a lot about a man by how he takes care of those he loves, his responsibilities and how he treats his mother." I wish I could take credit for those words of wisdom, but it was my Mom who said them to me.

A Mother's Day Supercut of Memorable Movie Moms [VIDEO]

Z94 — Sat, 07 May 2011 00:19:10 +0000

Mother’s Day is upon us this Sunday and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with this Movie Moms Supercut from our friends at The Forward featuring some of the fiercest mothers in movie history, from Anjelica Huston's solid "Royal Tenenbaums" matriarch to Faye Dunaway's unstable Joan "Mommie Dearest" Crawford.

It's a perfect last-minute gift for mom: simply send her this video via email or post it on her Facebook wall with a note saying how much you love her.

Watch the video and see the complete list of films below:

Best Places to Take Mom on Mother's Day in Lawton

Nancy Mace — Fri, 06 May 2011 23:28:31 +0000

I am not a Mom but I thought about what my Mom would enjoy and what I would enjoy doing with my Mom and came up with these 5 places or things you could do for your Mom on Mother’s Day in or around Lawton. Wildflower walk This time of year the Oklahoma Wildflowers are [...]

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:

Five Useful Mother's Day Gifts

Z94 — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 01:49:28 +0000

If you really think about it, Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to make up for all those times you gave mom a hard time during your youth. After all, a bouquet of daffodils now definitely excuses that time you snuck out of the house at 2 am. And a box of gourmet truffles? The perfect antidote to the antique china you broke while running around like a wild banshee.

But while flowers and chocolate are dandy, they don't last long. Treat Mom to one of these five Mother's Day gifts she'll both use and love for years to come: