MOTHER

I'm pretty sure my mom thinks I give the best gifts out of all of her children.

Happy Mother's Day to all you crazy ladies out there - those who long for babes-, soon-to-be pregnant-, dog-, adopted-, step-  moms. No matter how you say it (mom, mommy, mother, mum, madre), it's an honorable title. Thanks for all you do.

#MothersDayMovie

Mother's Day is a holiday honoring motherhood and it is fast approaching (reminder to send a card or call).

 Mother's Day is also a soon-to-be-released film that invites us all to enjoy the laughter, tears, and love as 3 generations come together in the week leading up to the holiday.

Open Road Films has created this star-studded comedy just in time for the big day. I had the opportunity to take my mom and my expecting friend Jessica to theater to watch it last night. I was a little nervous about what to expect. I have seen other films similar to this (with several stories that somehow are supposed to combine in the end) and totally was unimpressed. This movie made it work. It tells the story of a newly widowed father and his daughters, a divorcee and the problems that arise with new people in their personal and children's lives, a business woman, a young couple struggling with the idea of marriage, and sisters who don't know how to speak to their parent's anymore.

My favorite story of the film is the young couple. One of them wants to tie the knot, but the other is holding back because they still need to "find out/discover who they are." Doubts, fears, and uncertainty can often old us back from progressing in life, but if we can learn to trust in others (and most importantly ourselves) we can move forward with faith. I know it is easier said than done and we all make mistakes or hold back, but it is never too late to open our hearts and let love in.

*The film also helped me realize all moms are a little bit crazy (just as much as children, dads, and friends are crazy too).*

Check out the Mother's Day Card I made on the official Movie website HERE.

#ThankYouMom 

Learn more about the film on it's official
FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, PINTEREST, and FILM SITE.

RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2016

MPAA RATING: PG-13 for language and some suggestive material

I WILL BUY YOU A GARDEN

I am in love with the new Pursuit of Persephone collection from Alex and Ani.

The bangles are made with pretty colors and shiny silver or gold finishes. Each charm is engraved with a powerful meaning (like all of their amazing products).

If I was a mother, I would LOVE an Alex and Ani e-gift card for my present this year! Too bad dogs can't get credit cards.

PinkBlush Maternity Clothes GIVEAWAY

I'm not a mom. I babysit other people's kids. I'm ok with that.

But I feel like I have gained a deeper love from owning a dog (and having her get hurt in her car accident). It's been good for me.

A mother's love is something

that no one can explain--

It is made of deep devotion

and of sacrifice and pain. 

It is endless and unselfish

and enduring, come what may,

For nothing can destroy it 

or take that love away.

It is patient and forgiving

when all others are forsaking,

And it never fails or falters

even though the heart is breaking.

It believes beyond believing

when the world around condemns,

And it glows with all the beauty

of the rarest, brightest gems.

It is far beyond defining, 

it defies all explanation,

And it still remains a secret

like the mysteries of creation--

A many-splendored miracle

man cannot understand

And another wonderous evidence

of God's tender, guiding hand.

~Helen Steiner Rice

So, in honor of Mother's Day coming up, and for all the rockin moms/future rockin moms who might read my blog, I am going to fill you in on where to get maternity clothing. PinkBlush Maternity sells exclusively on the internet and because of that they can maintain very low operating costs and pass the savings onto you. So you can get trendy maternity clothes at low prices (and who doesn't love saving money?!). PinkBlush Maternity sells SUPER cute, comfortable, and affordable  maternity clothes. No more wearing baggy sweats and your husband's oversized tshirts! Shoot, I'd wear their clothes and I'm not even pregnant.

The nice people at PinkBlush Maternity are kind enough to offer a $25 gift card to 1 lucky reader. Cross your fingers and enter below on the Rafflecopter form.

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THIS...

...is why I love my mom.