Mother's Day - a day to celebrate our mothers, grandmothers, mother-in-laws, aunts, and wives.  I know I procrastinate every year and then have to scramble to find something, anything she'll like.  

     Others may plan ahead but just in case you didn't I thought these links may help you find the perfect gift.  Better hurry - you only have until Sunday! 

Finding the perfect gift got you down? 

     Try a site like Mothersday.com.  They've selected our favorite gifts for Moms from the Web's best stores. Chose from everyday garden clogs to luxurious satin lounge pants--you can find the right gift for your Mom.  Another good one is the Perfect Present Picker. Moms tend to love anything you give them. You're her kiddo. You once gave her half fallen over ceramic pots painted in every color under the sun and she still treasures them...

Decided to get her flowers?  

     Don't pick your neighbors tulips or roses...try your local florist.  They'll have pre-designed Mother's Day arrangements or they can help you design one for a personal touch.  If your Mom is not local try a worldwide florist like Gerald Stevens, 1-800-flowers.com, or FTD.com.  Be sure to read their delivery information to be sure your gift arrives on time!

Prefer to get her a Gift Basket or Wine? 

     Try something different this year and send her a basket full of goodies.  To add a personal touch design one yourself! Pick up items you know Mom will love - chocolates, bath lotions, coffee, etc -  and place them in a sturdy basket.  Add some colorful ribbons and bows and hand-make a gift tag.  She'll love it!  If lack you the creative flair look for local stores that will help you select the perfect basket and will deliver worldwide like FTD.com.  Chose from ready made baskets of cookies, bath items, candles and more!

     A great bottle of wine is the perfect compliment to any meal.  Visit Wine.com to find those hard-to-find wines or your simple favorites.

     You could always go for the old standby of chocolates.  Visit Haven's Candies or Len Libby's for some Maine made local chocolate.  If you prefer the national brands stop by Lindt's. 

Are you cooking for her?  

     Mothers like it when someone else cooks!  Check out our very own Road Runner Cookbook for some ideas! Visit our Food Styles section for Mother's Day Brunch Without The Mess and Food For Thought: Mother's Day They have delicious recipes for Pork Tenderloin With Spicy Chinese Sauce, Cinnamon Pancakes With Strawberry-Orange Sauce, and Grilled Soy-Glazed Salmon or Chicken.

Moms looking for a place to treat themselves? 

     Another great idea for Mother's Day is a day of pampering.  Hook your Mom up with a gift certificate from a local day spa.  Nothing will make her feel more special than a day of being pampered!  Most spas have a full service offering from hair, facial, and body treatments as well as manicures and pedicures.  Nowadays the majority of spas provide a light lunch or hors d'oeuvres for their clients (that way you won't have to take her to lunch!).

Last but not least... 

     Don't forget to tell her you love her.  Even if you can't run out to get her a card or a gift you always have one thing to give her - your love.  So give her a call and tell her that she's the best...that may hold you over 'til next year!