MOTHER'S DAY TIPS - Special Gift Ideas For Mom

Making Mom feel special for Mother's Day sometimes means going beyond the traditional flowers and candy. Think about how she enjoys spending time and you'll find a gift that makes her happy. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

For the Nature Enthusiast: Create an oasis for Mom by setting up a birdhouse or hummingbird feeder in the backyard to entice some fine-feathered friends to visit. Plant a couple of butterfly bushes and give her a comfy deck chair to complete this special retreat for Mom.
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For the Culinary Mom: Treat her to a class with a professional chef or give her tickets for her favorite TV food show. If you've got the time, print and bind the family recipes so she can have a cookbook of her very own.
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For Every Mom: Few things make Mom happier than seeing her family smile, so make sure she never misses a happy snapshot with the Red Cyber-shot W170 Digital Camera DSC-W170/R DSC-W170/R. Its smile shutter technology senses the moment and automatically takes a picture when your subject smiles. It's great for group shots, too, since Mom can tell the camera to give priority to the smile of a child or an adult. She'll never have to utter the words "say cheese" again. Mother’s Day Special from Sony. Free gift box with select engraved products. Ends May 11.

For the Corporate Mom: This hard-working Mom deserves a little style in her life, so explore some of the fashionable alternatives for her electronics gear. A trendy laptop bag or cell phone pouch will help Mom feel less like a worker bee and more like a fashionista.

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Now that gas is nearly $4.00 for regular - it is time to be smart about your car trips. I have been carefully planning every place I go in my car. Before you leave your home, you need to think about what you need and where you need to go to get it.

First, write out a list of what you need to purchase. Second, think about the closest shopping center you can go to that will have every thing you need. Strip malls usually have a wide selection of retail stores to shop at. Identify strip malls that have a grocery store, hardware, clothing, discounts, etc. Start shopping at locations where you need to make only one stop to get all that you need.

Shop at your nearest mall. Everyone may have a favorite mall but that mall may be further away than the closest. Figure out how you can get what you need from one location or two nearby areas. To further save on gas, order what you need online.

During the Christmas holiday season I ordered an MP3 player from www.walmart.com.I ordered one week before Christmas day - it was 6:45pm on a Tuesday. Initially, Walmart was promising shipment by December 24. To my surprise I received my package 24 hours later! Walmart has great delivery!

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Retail Secrets for Savvy Consumers loves anything free. This tip is for free e-cards and an eco-friendly way to say you care. If you have a lot of mothers in your life (friends, family, etc.) send them a free e-card this Mother's Day. Create personalized Mother's Day eCards and printable greetings from (click here-->) BlueMountain.com. Start your 30-day trial today! That's right, start a free trial to send out your free e-cards via email. FYI- the free trial gives you access to all of the e-card inventory!

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Cheap Travel: More Bang For The Buck In Orlando

For many families, the "windfall" of the government tax rebate program offers a terrific opportunity to plan a vacation that puts those dollars to work.

To stretch your refund further, the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. has introduced special values on accommodations and attractions at VisitOrlando.com. In addition, these following tips can help families on a budget make the most of their vacation:

1. Where to Stay--In Orlando, it isn't necessary to blow the majority of your vacation budget on a nice and comfortable place to stay. Options abound, ranging from budget accommodations starting at around $50 per night to value hotels at around $80 per night to vacation homes, campgrounds and more. For less than $1,200, a family can get a Walt Disney World Resort vacation package that includes three nights at a value hotel and theme park tickets.
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2. Attractions--You can enjoy the world-class attractions in Orlando without breaking the bank. Buying tickets in advance online can save not only money but time as well. The gate admission at Universal Orlando Resort for a two-park unlimited pass is $119.28. However, if purchased online in advance of arrival, the two-park unlimited admission is only $85.95 and can be used for seven consecutive days. By buying SeaWorld Orlando tickets online, guests can take advantage of a free second day when they purchase a single-day ticket or the opportunity to purchase select adult multi-day/multi-park passes at the children's admission price. It's also important to note that for most area attractions, children under 3 are free.

3. Eating Out--Pay attention to three magic words: Kids Eat Free. Hotels with "Kids Eat Free" specials include Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn, Orlando World Center Marriott Resort, The Hilton Orlando Resort, Royal Plaza in the Walt Disney World Resort, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort (as part of the "Summer Splash" program), Sheraton Safari Hotel & Suites and many more.

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4. Timing Your Trip--Don't overlook non-peak seasons such as spring and fall, as they enjoy warm weather, reduced crowds and good deals.

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A few more tips..

I just stayed in Orlando this week. If you have a child with you, order combo meals. This would be meals with two meats like a 1/4 chicken and ribs or brisket. You can split up the plates amongst two people or a child and an adult.

Use your Southwest Airlines frequent flyer card to receive 20% of the price of a Seaworld ticket when you purchase at the gate.

When visiting Universal Studios, do not purchase an express pass if you are traveling with kids 12 and over. Just get on the line for "single riders" for many of the rides - single riders end up on the same line as the people who have express passes which means you get to your rides a lot faster.

During a Recession -Satisfy Your Need To Save Money

Yes, it's true that the less you spend, the more you can save. But it's also true that consumers who get better value for what they spend will benefit by both more savings as well as a better lifestyle, even when they're on a budget.

Research tells us that nine out of 10 people are not satisfied with the amount they are saving. Yet the average consumer could save $2,000 a year or more by spending just 20 minutes a week to take advantage of coupons and special offers.

A Portal To Better Value

This may account for the growing popularity of a Web site called redplum.com, launched by Valassis, the nation's leading marketing services company. The interactive, consumer-oriented portal contains coupons, special offers, contests and helpful information. Its offers include national and local values as well as relevant information about products and services in categories that include apparel, automotive, beauty, dining, electronics, entertainment, fashion, fitness, grocery, health, home, pets and travel.

"The Web site was designed with the busy consumer in mind," said Brian Costello, Valassis General Manager for Interactive, who headed the development of redplum.com. "It will be quick and easy to search for values, and consumers won't be required to register. They simply enter the products they are seeking, select the best offers, add them to their shopping cart of savings and print. It's as simple as that. They'll even be able to monitor how much they've saved over time so they can justify what they splurge on later."

Highly Interactive

Redplum.com will be highly interactive with features such as short video clips, a recommendation engine, special featured values and the ability to save coupons and special deals in one place as users navigate through the site--a shopping cart of savings, if you will.

In addition to the portal, consumers will continue to find valuable money-saving offers from RedPlum in the mail and in the newspaper.

For many consumers, it isn't just about a dollar saved, it's about being able to afford life's little pleasures that will make mothers and their families happy, whether that is a dinner out, a night at the movies or a special family activity.

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Mother's Day: Finding Great Gifts For The Kitchen

If you're having trouble cooking up gift ideas for the people on your list, keep in mind that kitchen tools are always appreciated and will be used over and over again.

You can help someone stock their kitchen with cookware and bakeware by keeping an eye out for timeless pieces-such as skillets, heavy gauge pots and roasters-as well as new technologies such as silicone bakeware, specialty bake pans and new utensils with non-stick qualities.

To make an informed decision, check out the Cookware Manufacturers Association's Guide to Cookware and Bakeware. It covers virtually everything from materials and construction to selection and care. Here's a look at some suggestions from the association:

For Cooks

• Stainless Steel-A five-ply stainless-clad cookware set now features a three-layer aluminum core meant to provide superior heat conductivity and a brilliant look.

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• Panini Pan-Warm and crusty panini creations are easier with panini pans. The thick, non-stick pan provides even heat retention for great cooking and the heavy-duty press with a loop handle weighs down the sandwiches on the ridged pan surface.
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• Penguin Pans-These pans are safe for the refrigerator, freezer, microwave and oven and have two non-stick sleds for support. They make it easy to make penguin-shaped baked goods that will have the whole party talking.

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Celebrate Mom At Mother's Day

Mother's Day will soon be here. Ever since President Woodrow Wilson's official proclamation of Mother's Day in 1914, nervous husbands and eager children have struggled to find the perfect gift for Mom. One of the most traditional and appreciated ways to celebrate Mom is to shower her with gorgeous flowers.

So what are Mom's favorite flowers? According to a recent survey, some of Mom's favorites include lilies, gerbera daisies and roses. When buying a beautiful bouquet for Mom, show off your smarts and tell her these handy tips from the floral experts at 1-800-FLOWERS.COM:

• Arrange the flowers in a deep vase filled with cool water and then mix in the floral preservative provided by the florist.

• Remove all leaves from the stem that fall below the waterline in the vase as they will promote bacterial growth.

• Each stem will need to be re-cut, preferably underwater at a 45-degree angle. This allows the stem to draw in water instead of air.

• Keep cut flowers and the arrangement looking fresh by adding warm water to the vase every day. Always keep the vase full and change the water every three to four days.

• Recut the stems whenever you change the water and keep the vase in a cool spot.

Go to 1-800-FLOWERS.COMon the Web for beautiful Mother's Day arrangements, such as Mom's Favorite Recipe by Julie Mulligan, featuring gorgeous flowers paired with an earthenware-style kitchen crock vase that Mom is sure to love.

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