v 5 issue 37: Mother's Day Gift Guide

In this issue we share some great gift ideas for Mother's Day. Treat yourself and that special mom in your life.


Cover by Heather Starr






The Mellow World Laptop Bag is constructed of a gorgeous feminine tapestry trimmed with faux leather and protected by 4 silver feet on the bottom. Comes with multiple compartments for organization. A well-built bag able to handle to bump and tumbles of work & motherhood. Available at kolobags.com. Enter code: koloTTW10 for 10% off all orders thu 5/3/10.


An alternative to traditional birthstone rings. Love 2 Design engraves the name(s) of a child as well as birth date onto your choice of 18K yellow, white, or pink gold bands. Sterling silver is also an option, and any band can be purchased in one of 4 available widths(great for dads too). Order by April 28th for Mother's Day delivery. Enter code: tottrends for 15% of purchases thru 5/1/10.




Loose, flirty... and let's throw in comfortable to change the visual over to "gotta have this great skirt". An honest-to-goodness versatile skirt which can be dressed up or down. Doesn't matter where you wear it, you will love the Adult Natalie Skirt from Matilda Jane.


The Fine Art of Family from Monica Rich Kosann presents mothers with the option of sterling silver or 18K gold when purchasing the Mom and Love Necklace. The necklace cradles the neckline with two gorgeous pendants: a disc engraved with Mom and a fob of LOVE. The addition of a signature floral pattern on the flipside of the disc allows for multiple wearing options.


The Samantha Diaper Bag, rightfully termed the "one-hand wonder", offers a magnetic closure, 3 extra deep pockets, and a storage compartment for drinks. Five available outer canvas designs, each lined with water-resistant material, are accented with durable, yet attractive, chocolate colored accents. Available @ kokopax.com. Enter code: TTW2010 for 10% purchases.


Add a finger print to a clay mold, send it off to Little Ella Bug, and in return, you get a marvelous keepsake crafted from recycled silver. The fine silver Fingerprint Pendant dangles from a sterling silver chain of 16 inches and can be accented with available crystals and gemstones. Everything needed will be sent to you via mail in the impression kit! Enter code: TTW1/2OFF for half off or code: TTW$10OFF for $10 off, your choice.


Available in kiwi, tan, or mora, the Bumble Dress found @ Mama Om is made of 100% organic pima cotton. The material creates a soft dress capable of adapting to both everyday and special occasions. The princess cut dress, with a pucker in the perfect place, is also available in a Bumbelina version for the young ones. Enter code: Moms30 for 30% off thru 5/31/10


A double sided handmade clay tile can be imprinted with an image of your choice onto one, or both sides, of the Lotus Flower Necklace from Bella Photo Jewelry. No cutting images to fit into the pendant...the work is done for you! Each tile is set into a beautiful sterling silver bezel and comes with a silver or leather chain. Enter code: TTW25 for 25% off thru 5/2/10.


This Momma Couture Satchel bag is great for moms who are always on the go...it double as a chic travel tote, too! Three stylish colors to choose from, and insulated pockets for baby bottles, water bottles, and snacks. Now that is luxury, purpose, and innovation. Enter code: TTWFS for free shipping.


You know you don't want to throw away all of the adorable artwork collected over the past year. Before the colors start to fade, send it on over to Simply Create and they will transform 9 favorites into a framed collage. Simply scan the artwork or take digital pictures of each piece, email the pix after your order is placed, and they take care of the rest! Email waisley[at]simply-create.com with code: TTW15 for 15% off purchases.


Padded, lined, and made with sturdy home dec fabric, the Market Tote from Pink Koala is one rugged over the shoulder grocery holder. Any style can be accommodated by the long list of fabrics available to customize each bag. Enter code: TTW20 for 20% percent off purchases.


Pick from a library of available messages, then Kind Notes will stuff them into a bundle of small envelopes and tuck them in a decorated jar. A wide variety of collections to choose from, but any jar may be customized. What a wonderful gift to help the important people in your life know exactly how much you care. Enter code: TTW10 for 10% off purchases.


The Boho Chic Sling Bag is a 2-in-1 delight with bright flowers sprinkled onto both sides. Moms will love the trendy print patterns and specialized pocket spaces for organizing! Fits over the shoulder or can be adjusted to sling on a stroller. Available @ bayabyabc.com.




Sharing Mom Images

Sharing Mom sentiments of love sent in from some of our talented photographers. Click on images to view their online portfolio.

Happy Mother's Day

Become a More Confident Person
If you are insecure about something, you are not alone. It is very common to have low self-esteem in an area of your life.

While it is normal to have those feelings, it can be self-sabotaging. When a person suffers from a lack of confidence, they may not try new things, and that can cause them to miss out on many good things in life.

It is possible to become more confident, but it will take some time and effort. This isn’t something a person can learn from a book. To become more confident, a person will need to start acting more confident. The early work can be the hardest. But once a person starts to develop some confidence, more confidence can easily be found.

Exercise: Many people lack confidence because they are unhappy with their bodies. It doesn’t matter if you feel you weigh too much or not enough. Instead, focus on what your body can do – whether that is walking, running, lifting weights or holding a yoga pose. When you realize what your body can do, you’ll have more confidence in yourself – and your body!

Dress Nicely: There is an old saying that goes “if you look good, you’ll feel good.” That became an ‘old saying’ because it has a lot of truth to it. If you just throw on the same old sweats day after day, you’ll start to feel a little run down. No one says you have to wear a suit and heels everyday, but if you do put a little effort into your outfit, you will notice a big change. Some nice jeans, a good fitting blouse and a necklace or earrings can make a world of difference.

Have Good Posture: Nothing says “confident” like good posture. When you walk with your head up and shoulders back, you will look self-assured and ready to take on the world. Even if you don’t feel so secure on the inside!

Compliment Others: Saying nice things to others will help you feel nice about yourself. The people you compliment will react with so many smiles and warm feelings. How could you not feel better about yourself when you know you are making someone else’s day?

Don’t Be Afraid To Be Noticed: It can be very hard to speak up or stand up in front of a crowd when you suffer from a lack of confidence. Let go of that fear and when you start receiving positive feedback from others’, you’ll be more likely to lead in the future.

Believe In Yourself: In order to have more confidence, you really do need to believe in yourself. If you don’t know one else will. So start telling yourself that you are good enough and that you can do great things!