My Mother's Day Wish List: 2013

This year's wish list is kind of all over the place.

I've asked my husband for perfume & a diamond candle -- but I have specific requests. I've become a bit obsessed with Diamond Candles for the past few months and love the surprise of finding a ring inside every time (even though I know it's in there, I still act surprised). I have a few different scents already but I really want the "Carnival Candy" one next. I love the smell of cotton candy & I think it will compliment my fragrance choice nicely...

I've been teetering between both of the Taylor Swift Wonderstruck perfumes for a while now but after smelling the Nicki Minaj Pink Friday on a whim at ULTA one day, it's moved to the top of my list. It reminds me of what a stripper would smell like before she "took the stage" - fruity lip gloss, flowery deodorant and lots of vanilla body spray. Mmmmm.... slutty! (But in a good way.)

As for the other items on my list, they're more of a Lust than a Wish. I am dire need of a larger vehicle (my VW Beetle is just not family-friendly) and I think a Jeep Compass would be a fabulous replacement. The Nike Free leopard print sneakers are an urban legend. I've drooled over pictures of them online but only seen them for sale on eBay. If they do in fact exist, I would literally squeal like a schoolgirl if I got a pair.

The french toast with fresh strawberries just sounds delicious, so I figured hey, while I'm wishin', might as well add some good ol' breakfast in bed to the list!

What do you fabulous mamas want for Mother's Day this year??

My Mother's Day Wish List

My "B.E.F.F." (best e-friend forever), Lluvia, recently blogged about her Mother's Day wish list and I thought it was a cute idea to share with my readers!

I only want one thing for Mother's Day this year and since my son is only 2 years old, I guess I'll have to buy it for myself!

Introducing the Dalla Nonna calendar necklace:

I first discovered Dalla Nonna jewelry in the Valentine's Day issue of Teen Vogue and then again in People Style Watch a few weeks later.  I love the vintage feel and the uniqueness of commemorating a date that is special to you. (I would get my son's birthday, March 25th)

They come in 14k rose, yellow and white gold as well as sterling silver and range from $125 to $615. You can customize them with a variety of gemstones and can choose up to two dates in a particular month. They also sell calendar bracelets which are strung on your choice of colorful faux suede.

Mommys - What special treat do you want for Mother's Day this year??

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

I'm usually an advocate for homemade gifts on Valentine's Day, (one year I cooked heart-shaped grilled cheese sandwiches & tomato soup, another I put together a scrapbook of mine & my fiancee's baby pictures) but sometimes you just don't have the time or the energy to put into making something. With that in mind, here are a few gift ideas for the loved ones in your life:

For Your Boyfriend/Husband

Givenchy Play Intense - Sephora $76

Merino Wool V-Neck Sweater (Argyle) - Express $19.50

Realistic Xbox Replica Soap - Digitalsoaps $17.50

For Your Best Friend

Red Embossed Heart Journal - Target $13.99

Small Sweetheart Bouquet - Edible Arrangements $34

Cameo Heart Earring Set - Forever21 $3.80

*I first saw these cool soaps on my friend Lluvia's blog!

A "Handpicked" Mother's Day Gift

Mother's Day is May 10th, so it's time to get serious about what you're getting for the special mom in your life. Whether she's your own mom, your mother-in-law or a friend who's a mommy, make her feel extra special with this unique and thougthful gift!

mothers day by srqsocialite

Everything is from Target and nothing costs more than $17.

Boots Original Beauty Formula Cuticle Oil $7.99
Boots Botanics Overnight Hand and Nail Treatment $8.99
Soap & Glory Spa Endless Glove Hand Cream $9.99
Shop for Soap & Glory Wash Your Hands of It Hand Wash $9.99
Artemis Woman Smooth and Shine Nail Buffer $16.99
Ms. Manicure Handy Dandy Mani 8-pc. Set $9.99

How special would this gift be if you placed everything in a decorated pail (which she can use to soak her hands in pre-manicure) with this poem attached on a beautiful, handwritten tag:

"My Mother's Hands"
By: Sharon Jordan

My mother's hands, soft and delicate
Once touching the frame of my face
Brushing back the wisps of hair
My mother's hands holding the family
Close together at the table, meals to share
My mother's hands shaping the household
Into a coherent unit functioning daily
No friction, just blessed union and peace
My mother's hands, there to fold in
Thoughts of prayer, to reach up to
The Hands Above, the Hands of Love
My mother's hands, now worn with time
Still holding my devotion, still holding mine


*Similar tin pails available at Michael's for around $5.

Mother's Day LiLash Coupon Code

This coupon is guaranteed to make Mother's Day a treat for you and your mom! Buy One Tube of LiLash or LiBrow and Take 50% Off the 2nd Tube of Your Choice! Expires May 7th.

Coupon Code: FORMOMANDME