โItโs been an emotional rollercoasterโ: Detroit family upset over memorial bench delay
Sharon Hopsin has been getting the run around for nearly a year when it comes down to a memorial bench she purchased in June of 2021 for her late mother, Pandora Hopsin. She says the whole ordeal has been an emotional rollercoaster.
Give mom a break this weekend and cook this easy recipe
For Motherโs Day, many moms just want some extra time to themselves. So why not take over the cooking for this weekend? If you are new to the kitchen, or just want to keep things simple, we spoke to Carissa Galloway, a Registered Dietician, and Nutritionist, to get her ideas for some easy and nutritious meals and snacks.
15 simple ways new dads can help new moms
Whether your family just welcomed a baby, or your partner is about to give birth, it's safe to say that it's a really exciting time for everyone involved. Infants are snuggly and sweet, they have that classic new-baby scent and bringing home your first child is definitely a little surreal, in a good way!
Submit your favorite photo from Motherโs Day 2020
As we all know, this Motherโs Day was quite different than most years, but that didnโt have to make it any less special. Even though this year was unconventional due to the coronavirus pandemic, weโre confident you all had creative and beautiful ways to honor your mother -- or another woman in your life, and we want to see what you did. Share with us a photo of how you pulled off Motherโs Day, despite some strange world circumstances.
Frontline mothers and how you can support them
This Motherโs Day we want to acknowledge the moms who deserve extra special appreciation right now -- the ones working on the front lines now to keep our families safe! Give the best gift you can give this Motherโs Day by donating meals to our local hospital workers. Countless moms have been submitted to Thanking Frontline Workers by their proud children who desperately want to show their love, even from the distance many families must keep right now. Mothers amazed by and worried for their children who are working at the largest hospitals in the state, their floors newly converted to COVID units, are a large chunk of submissions we receive, too. Frontline workers are putting their lives at risk every day, working nonstop, sometimes without even thinking about a meal.
5 virtual ideas to make Motherโs Day memorable
Maybe the biggest difference between Motherโs Day and Fatherโs Day is the element of getting out of the house. For Motherโs Day, the reservation books at restaurants and country clubs are typically filled throughout the day as people rightfully try to pamper their wives and mothers by taking them out to eat. This Motherโs Day can give people the option of being more creative and exploring virtual options, making the day just as special. Here are five virtual ideas to consider this Motherโs Day that can be done with a mom in the house, or with a mother or grandmother living far away. Do you have any other good virtual ideas for Motherโs Day?
Life-changing lessons taught to us by Disney mothers
If youโre lucky, youโre familiar with a motherโs love: there isnโt anyone in your life who loves and cares about you quite like your mom. Our mothers have taught us a lot, and while we donโt always appreciate the guidance at the time, as we grow up, we realize just how important those life lessons really are. This year, on top of celebrating the mothers in our lives, weโre also honoring the mothers we grew up watching on the silver screen. Weโre talking about Disney mothers and the life lessons they bestowed on us. But nothing shows a mother's love more than the love Dumbo receives from his mother.
Enter Local 4 Todayโs Frontline Moms Contest!
Published: May 4, 2020, 7:59 amDETROIT โ We want to pamper one local mom who is working on the frontlines during this pandemic. What she could win:Gift Basket from 6 Salon worth $200, including a gift card, products, makeover certificate and Zoom call with George Nikollaj. Blakeโs Orchard and Cider Mill: Motherโs Day Basket filled with goodies from Blakeโs Hard Cider, Blake Farms, plus a $50 Blakeโs gift card. value $125)Papa Romanoโs โMomโs Dayโ Combo (Approx. value $50)Rules for Local 4 Todayโs Frontline Moms ContestWeโll announce a winner during Local 4 Today on Friday!
Motherโs Day gift guide for on-the-go moms
On-the-go moms -- that's all moms, right? Trust me when I say these seven items will make the perfect Mother's Day gifts to do just that. Just an FYI, Graham Media Group may collect a small share of sales from the links provided on this page. Plus, after a long day, I love to brew myself some hot tea to relax. Robotic vacuum๐ทSpeaking of moms working 80-plus hours a week, after all the running around and cooking dinner, then there's cleaning to do?
Get ready to celebrate: National Dog Momโs Day is coming
Who says you have to be a mother to actual human children in order to get celebrated on Mother's Day? To supplement Motherโs Day, which is held the second Sunday in May each year, we now have a National Dog Momโs Day, which is intended to be "celebrated" on the second Saturday of May, the day before Motherโs Day. In that case, National Dog Mom's Day would be on the first Saturday in May. Nearly half of the female dog owners celebrate their dogโs birthday (or other milestones), bring their dog with them on errands and shared an announcement on social media when they got their dog. 50% of dog moms gush about their dog when meeting other people.
10 delicious recipes youโll want to make for Motherโs Day brunch
Thereโs no better excuse to try out a new breakfast recipe than Motherโs Day. Youโll have this show-stopping brunch recipe done in just an hour. You'll use mini-bagels from the grocery store as the bread for this sandwich, along with bacon, cheese and eggs. Load the pizza up with eggs, cheese, bacon and any other kinds of veggies you like. Not only will it taste delicious, but this drink will give you protein from the cashews and nutrients from frozen cauliflower thatโs in it, too.
Why did it take so long for Fathers Day to be created?
So, what on earth took so long for Fathers Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Fathers Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Fathers Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Fathers Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Fathers Day in 2018. No doubt, Fathers Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.
Why did it take so long for Fathers Day to be created?
So, what on earth took so long for Fathers Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Fathers Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Fathers Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Fathers Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Fathers Day in 2018. No doubt, Fathers Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.
16 simple ways new dads can help new moms
Your wife has to handle the nursing, if you opt to go that route, and thats a huge job for her. So you can start doing everything ELSE -- diaper changes, spit-up duty, baths, bottles if those are in your rotation, etc. Not only could her milk supply take a hit, but shes going to be seriously hangry, if thats the case. Moms often feel a great responsibility to do EVERYTHING, even months or years after the baby is born. When you chip in and carry your load, dont call it babysitting, or act like youre doing your partner a favor.
When do countries around the world celebrate Fathers Day?
Here is when some other countries celebrate Fathers Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mothers Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Fathers Day. GermanyThis country coincides Fathers Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Fathers Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Fathers Day on the second day of November.
When do countries around the world celebrate Fathers Day?
Here is when some other countries celebrate Fathers Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mothers Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Fathers Day. GermanyThis country coincides Fathers Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Fathers Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Fathers Day on the second day of November.
Metro Detroit Mother's Day weather forecast: Rain clears out by noon
DETROIT โ As Metro Detroit goes in to Mother's Day, Sunday, the weather calms down, and it becomes milder. The morning will be damp with heavy rain and thunderstorms before and at dawn. Sunday afternoon becomes sunnier after brunch. It becomes milder, too, with highs in the middle and upper 60s for families to have time with mom outdoors. Feels like summer, again, with afternoon temps near 80ยฐF.
Hollywood's celebrity moms
Kirsten Dunst is celebrating her first Mother's Day as a mother this year after giving birth to her first child, a son, with fiance and "Fargo" costar Jesse Plemons in early May 2018. Check out some of Hollywood's most famous moms in our celebrity Mother's Day tribute. Hide Caption
Metro Detroit Mother's Day weather forecast appears dry, pleasant
DETROIT โ The Local 4Casters are expecting a dry Mother's Day this year. Temperatures will be a bit cooler with highs in the mid 60s. Here is Meteorologist Paul Gross' forecast posted Tuesday evening:Todayโs models are actually coming into agreement with ending that early in the morning, and sunshine developing by afternoon. If this timing pans out, weโll be able to barbecue and do all sorts of outdoor things to celebrate with Mom. The forecast remained similar by Wednesday morning as Meteorologist Brandon Roux said we should have a "very pleasant end to the weekend."
All 4 Pets: Share your Mother's Day photos!
All 4 Pets is celebrating Mother's Day this year, and we need your help! Share a photo of mom with her favorite pet (or pets!) and we'll build a huge multimedia gallery celebrating two of the things we love most. For the creative and adventurous, join the #whatmyhumandoes challenge and write about Mom from your pet's perspective. We celebrate all moms, so send in pics of mama dogs, cats, birds, rabbits ... we love them all!
Recipes kids can make for mom
Here are five easy recipes that kids can make for mom without using an oven or stove-top! Creamy Nutella PopsiclesLove Nutella? 1 cup COOL WHIP1/2 cup milk3 Tbsp. lemon zest1 cup cool whip1/2 cup graham cracker crumbsDirections: http://cakescottage.com/2014/07/25/easy-raspberry-cheesecake-bites/2/FondueFondue can be a simple solution for kids to make mom a treat and they can even choose the dipping snacks! Fruit Fondue2 cups Cool Whip1/2 cup strawberry yogurtDelicious with any kind of fruit on hand!
Top outings for moms and kids
Are you looking for fun outings to enjoy with your child? Parents can relax and enjoy the sun and the water while kids can swim and enjoy playing on the beach. Kid play zone: If youโre looking for an indoor activity for you and your child to enjoy consider going to a kidsโ play zone. Kids will get in a workout playing in the water and walking up the stairs to go down the slides. Arts and crafts center: Kids and adults can both enjoy painting a project or ceramics at arts and craft centers.
Dessert recipes for mom that kids can make
Here are five easy recipes that kids can make for mom without using an oven or stove-top! Creamy Nutella PopsiclesLove Nutella? 1 cup COOL WHIP1/2 cup milk3 Tbsp. lemon zest1 cup cool whip1/2 cup graham cracker crumbsDirections: http://cakescottage.com/2014/07/25/easy-raspberry-cheesecake-bites/2/FondueFondue can be a simple solution for kids to make mom a treat and they can even choose the dipping snacks! Fruit Fondue2 cups Cool Whip1/2 cup strawberry yogurtDelicious with any kind of fruit on hand!
Does your mom like golf? Treat her to a game on the green
If your mom has an interest in golf, why not plan some special Mother's Day golf surprises for her this year โฆby the way, Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13. I know that my mom really likes when my brothers and I make a fuss over her for Mother's Day. You can include a sleeve of her favorite balls, a new visor, a sparkly ball marker (mom's love a little bling), etc. I think my mom cares almost as much about golf fashion as she does the game itself! For the ultimate treat, plan a day on the course with her followed by lunch out (mom's love lunch out).