Mothers do so much for everyone, but there is one special day we can give something back to the one who does so much for us, and a Mother's Day Holiday Party can be the key to showing Mom how much she means to the ones for whom she does the most. Whether you are an only child, from a huge family, or one of many adopted by a loving surrogate mother, it is always nice to come up with a way to show the mother figure in your life how much she means to you.

Mother's day is that one special day of the year that comes around each May, and the one day you want to be sure to let your mother know what she means to you. Of course, your Mother's Day holiday party should depend on one thing: Your mother. Of course, you know your mother and her situation. Consider her likes and dislikes when planning your Mother's Day holiday.

Some things to consider:

• Consider whether your grandmother is alive. If she is, your mother's day celebration should coincide with whatever your mother has planned for her mother, or perhaps you could plan a celebration for them both to give them both the recognition they deserve without any of the hassle.

• Take into consideration any siblings or children who might be, for whatever reason, missing. Gifts of photo collages or videos containing childhood and/or current photographs of the whole family, including missing children, mothers, or close family members are especially appreciated my most mothers.

• Decide whether a group gathering or a special, intimate gathering is best for your mother's special celebration.

• Remember, mothers love to be pampered, and often, with families who are spread out, a long telephone conversation, a video conference online, or a handwritten letter with snapshots, mean more than expensive gifts ever could in your Mother's Day Holiday Party.