Celebrating Mom #2: Mother's Day Outdoor Gift Ideas {CSN Stores $75 Gift Certificate Giveaway}

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Although it almost seemed like it was never going to happen, I think spring just might finally arrive around here.

What does that have to do with Mother's Day? Everything!

Although technically a gift like this...

...would be for the kids, it really does end up being a present for Mom as well. With all of the fun and entertaining backyard swing sets available for children of all ages, I sure wouldn't mind being able to open our sliding door and have the girls go running out to their own personal playground.

Heck, I'd bring a glass of lemonade and get comfy in my chair swing and be perfectly content letting the warm breeze blow through my hair while I listened to the happy sounds of children running, climbing, swinging, and playing.

But, okay. That is probably a pretty extravagant play structure that we wouldn't even have a good place for in our yard. It wouldn't really matter, though. We could put something like this...

...up and I'm sure my kids would still be thrilled.

Considering how endlessly long this winter has been, I'm fairly convinced right now that I could pull this out of our garage...

...and have it probably last them all afternoon.

But back to Mom.

There are so many other outdoor gift ideas that moms of all ages and interests are sure to enjoy, that the most difficult part is narrowing down specifically what the mom in your life (or you) would most like to receive.

Shopping for someone who likes to be up doing something outdoors? How about one of these for her?

Conversely, maybe the mom on your list is a little more laid back and would rather spend her time in nature just relaxing. In that case, maybe you might pick up one of these?

From gardening to birdwatching to camping to jogging, the number of gifts that would not only make Mom happy but allow her to take a deep breath and enjoy the spring sunshine are limitless. Who isn't ready to say goodbye to winter?

This Mother's Day, show your mom (or treat yourself) to something that will make her feel loved and appreciated. Whether that happens inside or out, you can't go wrong! And, thanks to the generosity of CSN Stores, for one person that will be easy to do, because...

One lucky person will win a $75 gift certificate to CSN Stores!

To enter to win: Leave a comment telling me: if you could unwrap your dream gift right at this moment, what would it be?

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