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SNL Wishes You a Happy Mother's Day With 1-800 Flowers

Jacob Hall — Sun, 12 May 2013 15:13:31 +0000

Since it's produced so quickly, SNL will never not take advantage of any holiday that arrives near its air date. That meant that last night's episode saw a handful of mom-themed sketches in honor of Mother's Day! The first of them was a great fake commercial for a flower delivery service starring the terrific Kristen Wiig. Check it out below.

16 Reasons Why Moms Are Awesome

Emerald Catron — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:58:32 +0000

Why are moms awesome? Here are (just a few) reasons why moms are awesome.Â 1. Moms will teach you not to be afraid to fall down. Even if you don’t want to learn. 2. Moms don’t mind getting wet in the rain for you. 3. One word — cookies. 4. Dad jokes are embarrassing. Mom [...]

Watch a Sweet 'Yo Mama' Battle for Mother's Day

Emerald Catron — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:26:03 +0000

If you’re having a hard time coming up with a nice thing to say to your mom, because you want to say something nice, but you don’t want to sound too sincere because GROSS people shouldn’t share their feelings like that, you should watch this video from Rhett and Link. It’s a “Yo Mama” rap [...]

Still Need a Gift For Mom This Sunday? Here's a Terrible Idea

GuySpeed Staff — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:00:59 +0000

Not sure what to get mom this Sunday?Â Q103′s Dalton Castle is here to help. Though his method may be disturbing, and we think you can probably skip it (sneaking a picture of mom coming out of the shower sounds like the worst thing we can imagine), Dalton’s sentiment is dead-on: People like having sex, and [...]

The 10 Worst Moms in Pop Culture

Donald Deane — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:27:09 +0000

If movies and TV have taught us anything, it's that all mothers are NOT created equal. While some fictional moms might be willing to play the doting matriarch, others engage in twisted mind games, dole out severe corporal punishment and even commit murder most foul. Think about that the next time you forget to call your mom on Mother's Day.

Moms Eat for Free at Hooters on Mother's Day, It's the Guilt That Will Cost You

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:36:19 +0000

Worried about where to take your mom on Motherâ€™s Day to show her just how much you appreciate her? Well, Hooters is here to help. The popular chain is letting moms eat for free this Motherâ€™s Day at every one of its 355 locations throughout the US. Oh, sure, itâ€™s only for an entrÃ©e up [...]

Abilene State Park is a Perfect Place to Take Mom for Mother's Day

Shay Hill — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:36:01 +0000

Mother's Day is coming up this weekend and you may still be wondering what to get her. I gave you a few suggestions for mom a few weeks ago. Here is another great idea that will allow you to make some great memories with mom.

Awesome Mom Plays Black Keys on the Spoons

Emerald Catron — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:52:13 +0000

Don’t be confused by the fact that this video starts with a lady feeding a bunch of kangaroos — this IS a video of a lady rocking out on the spoons. The kangaroo intro merely adds to its general amazingness. Deb “Spoons” Perry really likes ‘Lonely Boy’ by the Black Keys, and so she decided [...]

10 Mothers Only a Son Could Love

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:00:00 +0000

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we thought it might be a good time for some reflection. Our moms can be pretty annoying sometimes, what with all the calling and emailing, but it’s only because they care. Unfortunately, not all moms have a warm, motherly heart; here’s our list of 10 Mothers Only a [...]

5 Things You Can Do For Your Tech-Challenged Mom on Mother's Day

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:58:42 +0000

Oh, moms. A generation of “digital immigrants,” our moms have a real love/hate relationship with technology. While most moms we know love their iPads/Kindles/iPhones/weird off-brand tablets, they also seem to have a very hard time figuring them out, and have a tendency to get overwhelmed by tech problems. Thatâ€™s where you come in: If you [...]

5 Awesome Notes To Kids By Moms

Stephanie McMaster — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:40:20 +0000

Mothers have been communicating with their children via handwritten notes for years. Some mothers put more of a humorous spin on their notes than others, however. With Mother's Day right around the corner, we're hoping the children of the moms behind these hilarious notes have something awesome planned for them:

Shopping for Mother's Day Gifts Consumes Us More Than Shopping for Father's Day Gifts

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:23:39 +0000

Is it easier to find a gift for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day? A survey of nearly 1,100 people has found that two-thirds of people worry more about what to get their mom for Mother’s Day than what gift they’ll give their dad for Father’s Day. (SOMETIMES) SPENDING THE BIG BUCKS According to the survey, [...]

10 Things No One Should EVER Give Mom on Mother's Day

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 03 May 2013 21:34:24 +0000

Shopping for Mom can be stressful. She’s the woman who brought you into the world, who cleaned your face with her own spit when you were little, who asked you on a daily basis if you were raised in a barn (and did so lovingly). There’s no gift that can thank her for all that [...]

What Does Mom Really Want for Mother's Day? The Answer May Surprise You

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:41:58 +0000

So, you think you know what to get for Mother’s Day? Think again. Bust out the construction paper, pipe cleaners and glitter because a new survey of more than 2,100 mothers with kids under the age of 18 found that most moms want a homemade present from their child. A total of 14.6% said they [...]

5 Gifts Not to Get Mom for Mother's Day

Wendy Gould — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:30:13 +0000

Mother’s Day is around the corner, so now’s a good time to start doing some present planning. A good place to start is what not to get her, so we thought we’d help you out. Moms have killer poker faces, which is why you may not have noticed any disappointment over presents you’ve given her in [...]

Mother's Day Ideas for Moms in Abilene

Shay Hill — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:39:20 +0000

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, Sunday, May 12th to be exact. Have you decided what you are going to do for your mom? If not then I have a few ideas here that might help you out. In Abilene Mother’s Day coincides with the Western Heritage Classic and college graduations. However, don’t lose [...]

'50 Shades of Grey' May Be the Ultimate Mother's Day Gift According to 'SNL' [VIDEO]

Chaz — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:01:42 +0000

If you plan on getting dear old mom something for Mother's Day, you may think about getting her the book '50 Shades of Grey'. But, as Saturday Night Live points out, just allow her the extra alone time to read it or the 'surprise' may be on you. Watch this hilarious Amazon parody which may not be safe for little eyes and ears.

Barack Obama and Mitt Romney Celebrate Mother's Day With Touching Video Tributes

Nick Romano — Sun, 13 May 2012 19:23:32 +0000

As the 2012 presidential race continues to heat up, voters are paying close attention to all the candidates (we’re hoping), even how they react to Mother’s Day. To celebrate moms everywhere (and in an effort to snag your future votes), President Barack Obama and presidential candidate Mitt Romney both released video tributes to honor the most important women in their lives.

Rockers Honor Mother's Day Via Twitter

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 13 May 2012 17:45:38 +0000

Mary Ouellette, SheWillShootYou.com / Gilbert Carrasquillo, Frazer Harrison, Getty Images

Happy Mother's Day! Today we honor the mothers of the world. Whether it's your own mother, the mother of your children, a grandmother, or someone in between, today is a day to thank them for everything they do and the rockers of the world have come out in full force to do just that. Spreading

Best Mother's Day Gift Ever – New Yorkers Give Thanks to Their Moms

Nick Romano — Sun, 13 May 2012 17:00:05 +0000

Mother’s Day is a time to say thanks for everything your mom has done for you. Whether she bailed you out of jail, had your back when you started that forest fire or made you dance in front of all of her friends, she did it out of love.

Now it’s time to return the favor, and what better way to show your gratitude than with a simple, “Thank you”?