www.oakvillebeaver.com Great ways to make Mother's Day momorable family. It'll mean a considerable amount to her, even if you aren't her child. (MS) Just because Mother's Day comes and goes rather quickly, the gifts and gestures offered to Mom can last much longer. Try some of these ideas? · Help others in need: Explain to Mom how her help throughout the years has inspired you to help others less fortunate. Give her a token of your thanks, but say that you're also donating time or money in her name for mothers who aren't as lucky as she. Perhaps there's a battered women's shelter or a teenage pregnancy support center. Maybe there are mothers who are homeless. There may even be someone right in your neighborhood who can use a helping hand. · Memory jar: Create a memory jar that's filled with memories that you've had with your mother, such as the time she dressed up with you for Halloween; when you gave her the chicken pox; when she would "free" you from your room after punishments. Write these recollections on slips of paper and place them into the jar or other container. You can decorate the jar and print the sentiments on decorative card stock, depending upon how elaborate you want to make it. Mom can pull out a slip of paper every day and be treated to wonderful memories. · Video commentary: Take out the video camera and interview children in the family of all ages. Ask them what they love and cherish most about their mother. The video can include tips of advice, passed-down recipes and other family traditions. Watch the video on Mother's Day as a family. · Photo scrapbook: Gather loose pictures that you've taken through the years. Compile a scrapbook album of your favorite moments. · Don't forget new moms: Send flowers or a gift to a new mother in the her Mother's Day The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday May 7, 2008 - 27 Harmony Health & Wellness CALL FOR NOMINATIONS The ATHENA Award is presented to an individual in the Oakville community who through sponsoring, mentoring and collaboration, empowers women to realize their full potential. By honoring exceptional leaders, the ATHENA Award Program seeks to inspire others to achieve excellence. Other services Include: · Acupuncture · Hot Stone Massage · Shiatsu · Reflexology Trafalgar Rd. Rd Dundas St. Cdn. Tire Harmony N (905) 257-1228 530 Post Ridge Dr., Oakville (Dundas & Trafalgar, East of Canadian Tire parking lot) Celebrating Women, Recognizing Leaders Upper Middle Rd. Do you know someone worthy of the ATHENA Award? Today's leaders are not always found in a recognized position of traditional power or rank. They are at all levels of business and community; our colleagues, our neighbours, our day to day relationships. Think about the people in your life, they may fit the criteria and what better way to acknowledge their contribution than to nominate them for the Oakville ATHENA award. THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY WOMAN Introductory SPA PACKAGE $ 60* Oakville ATHENA Award Nominees must fit ALL four criteria: The individual, man or woman; · Demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession · Provides valuable service by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life of others in the community · Actively assists women in realizing their full leadership potential · Lives or works in Oakville (working more than 20 hours/week, paid or unpaid, in Oakville). A Sampler of our Spa Facial, Pedicure, Manicure & Back Massage *Just for New Clients FREE CONSULTATION Light Lifting Therapy Get a face lift without surgery. Call today! Light Lifting Therapy and Microdermabrasion Treatment Purchase 6 or more - pay only $125 each Treatments $150 each DEADLINE TO NOMINATE: MAY 30,2008 Contact Liana Renwick-Palmeiro @ 905 467 7919 or athenaoakville@cogeco.ca Located In Euphoria Hair Studio 2307 Lakeshore Rd. W. Oakville 905-465-0068 Eighth Line ATHENAs O a k v i l l e Awa r d To Book An Appointment: GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE