I am all for the kinds of Mother's Day gifts that are homespun, picked from a field of wildflowers, or even the surprise-breakfast-in-bed kind. If, however, you are going shopping this Mother's Day here are some fresh ideas to brighten your Mom's special day:

• What woman would not love gorgeous one-of-a-kind wearable art? Artist Debra Bryant has been weaving her magic for many years and each piece she creates is a masterpiece! What's Your Bag - Handwoven Accessories

• How about give your Mother (or yourself) a retreat to remember? In my little corner of Western NC one of the best spa deals around is at The LakeHouse Lodge and Spa at Highland Lake. It is truly a serene setting perfect for a spa day or a few days of R & R. They offer a wide variety of spa services and the comfy accomodations will make you melt. The stellar staff will make you feel like they have rolled out the red carpet. Ahhhh

• Well, of course, what woman won't love to get a copy of The Woman's Field Guide to Exceptional Living?

• For the Gardener: A Gardening Magazine that is a cut above the rest! There are over 100 how-to gardening publications in this country. Only one magazine, Green Prints,  shares the human side: the joy, humor, frustrations, and heart in fine prose and fine art. It's the best personal garden writing, old and new. It's funny. It's tender. It's truthful. It's inspiring. There is absolutely no other gardening magazine like it.
  

• Knock-your-socks-off stationary and more. If you don't know about the Heron Dance Store, or have not visited it lately, it is a feast for the eyes and you just might find a perfect gift for Mom.