Mother’s Day is around the corner and there are definitely some husbands, significant others, children and family members scrambling for gift ideas for mom. Here is a quick round up of some lovely Colorado choices to make Mother’s Day a bit brighter. As a mom, I would be happy with a handmade card, a bouquet of flowers from the yard, or even breakfast in bed, here are some other selections that might bring a smile to mom’s face. Even a nice walk in the park or a picnic on your front lawn might do the trick. However, opening something special from loved ones is always a momentous occasion. Enjoy and happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and moms-to-be in Colorado!

FOR RELAXATION

Bring the delights of the luxurious Spa Anjali at The Westin Riverfront in Avon to mom’s bathroom. Ranging in price from $18 to $22, these are affordable and thoughtful gifts for mom. Choose from their body butter, body scrub, body mist, bath salt, or my personal favorite, pine bath tea. All products are made by Buzz Spa Products of Vail, who also have an incredible selection of goodies for mom. Visit (www.spaanjali.com) or (http://buzzspa.com).
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FOR THE SWEET TOOTH

Who doesn’t love a box of chocolates or sweet sugar? Although Valentine’s Day passed a few months back, that doesn’t mean that mom won’t enjoy some true Colorado treats. Enstroms Candies of Grand Junction has more options than the tummy can handle. From almond toffee to gourmet chocolate to sugar-free candies, you will find a plethora of product to choose from. There is a tab on their website for gifts under $25 and two Front Range locations in Cherry Creek and Arvada for in-store shopping. Visit (www.enstrom.com) for more information and ideas.
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FOR THE PREGNANT MOM

While it might look a bit silly, it sure sounds pleasant. Not only is May Mother’s Day, it is also Pregnancy Awareness Month. Lullabelly is perfect for baby mamma. It’s a pre-natal music belt that plays music for baby to hear while in the womb. It’s hands-free, adjustable, lightweight, machine washable and comfortable to wear over clothing or directly on the belly. The gift is relaxing and soothing for both mom and baby-to-be. Both founders of the company who invented the wonderful magic music band are from Colorado! The belt retails for $55, is offered in five different colors and is available online. (www.lullabelly.com)

FOR THE NATURE AND CULTURE LOVER

Colorado is a Mecca for nature’s goodies. Whether you want to pick mom some lovely flowers from your yard or purchase her a membership to the Botanic Gardens, The Butterfly Pavilion, Denver Zoo, The Museum of Nature and Science or any other fantastic SCFD facility, Mother Earth and Colorado culture has plenty to offer mom this Mother’s Day.
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FOR THE CREATIVE ONE

Knitting has made a huge comeback in recent years. I blogged about the incredible SunCrest Orchard Alapaca Farm in Palisade last summer, but I didn’t mention anything about my fantastic purchase. I bought my own mother a couple skeins of their sensational alpaca wool for my mom in Chicago to knit into fantastic pieces last Mother’s Day. Did you know roughly 50 percent of Americans are allergic to sheep’s wool, but far less are allergic to alapaca wool? If you know a knitter, this is the perfect gift. Four ounce skeins retail for $20 and are available at (www.suncrestorchardalpacas.net)