Treat the “MOTHER” in your Life to a SUNDAY FUN-DAY with the help of OpenTable!

May 7, 2015 | Reviews | 49 comments

Sunday, May 10th is a BIG holiday for everyone!  We will be honoring all the MOTHERS around the world for all the greatness they exemplify, while we have the ONE day we celebrate MOTHERS, I believe this should be done EVERY DAY.  As a child growing up and through my teens, I used to cringe at the word “mom” or “mother” because I never had a like figure in my life.  I always thought that a “mom” was just that, a “mom.”  Well I was wrong.  When I entered the foster care system, I began searching for someone, anyone to be my like figure.  They say that a mother is someone who leads by example, nurtures you, and will always be there to guide you.  Well I was on the hunt, looking for my “example.”  As I was bouncing around from home to home, school to school, group home to group home, I wasn’t finding it, seeing it or feeling it in anyone that I had come in contact with.  What was wrong with me? It wasn’t until I turned 18, aged out and was on my own, that I realized the word.  I didn’t just find one “example” I had found multiple.  For me, I don’t call them “mom” or “mother”, I refer to them as my GUARDIAN ANGELS!  I witness my sister becoming a new “mom” a couple of weeks ago and it wasn’t until then that I truly discovered the true meaning of a MOTHER.  Watching her with my BEAUTIFUL new niece is the sweetest thing EVER!

Why is this important?

You see, there are different forms of a MOTHER.  So this post is in appreciation for ALL you new MOTHERS, foster MOTHERS, biological MOTHERS, adoptive MOTHERS, single MOTHERS, grandMOTHERS, great grandMOTHERS, & GodMOTHERS. THANK YOU for EVERYTHING you do each and every day!  You truly are a hero and inspire us all! 

So how are you looking to appreciate all these special MOTHERS mentioned above?  Are you scrambling for ideas?  Whelp, I’ve got you covered!!

I’ve teamed up with OpenTable and we’re happy to assist you with some local restaurants who are waiting for your reservation to make your “mom” feel special as she should!

Here’s my TOP 5 Picks 

5 – Roy’s: Open early and offering a special 2-course MOTHER’S Day brunch menu for $35.95.  Will also offer a limited version of their Classic &  Children’s menu!

4 – Rusty Pelican: Tampa: Champagne Buffet with Breakfast items(until 3pm), Roasted Turkey, Prime Rib & Roast Beef Carving Station, Pork Loin, Crab Legs, Salmon & more all day!  Flower for “MOM” 🙂 9-5pm.

3 – BRIO Tuscan Grille: Only the best for “MOM” will do, treat her to a taste of TUSCANY!

2 – Fleming’s Steakhouse: Enjoy 3-course MOTHER’S Day brunch for just $39.95 from 10am – 3pm ($18.95 children’s menu)!

1 – Columbia Restaurant: Serving from their regular dinner menu all day, along with MOTHER’S Day features! YUM!

Your FAVORITE didn’t make the list?  NO WORRIES, there are over 64 restaurants with MOTHER’S Day OFFERS!

Remember, YOU only have 3 days to get your reservations in!  Let OpenTable assist you!  If you’re not near a computer, no problem, there’s an APP for that 🙂

If you’re not local, no problem, OpenTable can assist you with restaurant reservations, reviews, menus, local food & dining to make sure the “MOTHER” in your life has the best SUNDAY FUN-DAY she deserves!

Here’s to wishing all forms of MOTHERS out there a wonderful MOTHER’S DAY!!

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How are you celebrating MOTHER’S Day?  I would love to know… 🙂

Disclaimer: I have teamed with OpenTable to share my views.  All opinions are my own.

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49 Comments

  1. Run DMT

    Great post! I love your honesty about struggling with the idea of a “mom”. The beauty of being a mom is you can redefine how a mom should and can be. I also a huge fan of Open Table. I find it very frustrating when restaurants are not on Open Table. I love the convenience of making reservations online.

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    • noordinaryliz

      Thank you Denise! I love that there are different views of a “mom” and how you interpret one! I’m glad to hear you love OpenTable!

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  2. Beth Blacker

    My mother passed away 10 years ago on May 10th so this Mother’s Day will be especially emotional for me. I know that there is no one else that can replace HER but I am fortunate to have a lot of women in my life that are maternal figures and fill the void.

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    • noordinaryliz

      I’m sorry to hear about your mother’s passing! I hope that you do find some peace on this Sunday and its comforting to hear that you have women in your life that you can connect to!

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  3. Victoria

    As a busy mom sometimes we decide to go out to dinner at the last second and being able to make a reservation ahead of time is such a big deal for us! Waiting and two little girls just don’t go together 🙂

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    • noordinaryliz

      Oh I totally agree! If you use OpenTable for your reservations, let me know 🙂 I hope you enjoy your day! Happy Mother’s Day!

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  4. Robin Rue (@massholemommy)

    I love the Open Table app! I use it all the time, but we are actually staying in this year on Mother’s Day!

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  5. rachellemama

    My perfect mothers day is spent at home with my family. I don’t like to fight the crowds to go out to eat lol@

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  6. Christy Maurer

    We are probably just hanging out this Mother’s Day. That site is very cool for the big cities! They don’t have it around me though.

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  7. tara pittman

    My mom lives far away so cant take her out. I prerfer staying home on mothers day as restaurants are too busy.

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    • noordinaryliz

      Aww sorry to hear that, well hopefully you’ll get to treat her when you see her again!

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  8. Liz Mays

    My mom is a big fan of doing brunch with friends. Fleming’s sounds awesome.

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    • noordinaryliz

      Well I hope she makes it to Fleming’s! Hope you enjoy your day!

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  9. msposh2013

    That does sound like a good treat for mom. Love the Sheryl Crow quote as well

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  10. Michellette "MimiCuteLips" Green

    I freaking love this! I had an amazing mom and an even more amazing GrandMom. But growing up there are few women in my life that were “Mom’s” for me. Each of them poured into my life in different ways but they all helped make me the gal I am today.

    Congrats on becoming an Auntie. That is very “Mom” like. I was the go between for my sister and niece as my niece god older. Aunties are way cooler than Mom’s in their kids eyes. Enjoy the journey.

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    • noordinaryliz

      Thank you for your kind words! I can’t wait to see how becoming an Auntie turns out! I love your interpretation and will hold on to that statement always! YOU enjoy the journey as well.

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  11. Michellette "MimiCuteLips" Green

    I freaking love this! I had an amazing mom and an even more amazing Grand-mom. But growing up there are few women in my life that were “Mom’s” for me. Each of them poured into my life in different ways but they all helped make me the gal I am today.

    Congrats on becoming an Auntie. That is very “Mom” like. I was the go between for my sister and niece as my niece god older. Aunties are way cooler than Mom’s in their kids eyes. Enjoy the journey.

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  12. becca

    We have never done brunch. I think this year we may have to try something new.

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    • noordinaryliz

      Oh my goodness! You have got to try brunch! This year, make it happen 🙂 Let me know if you do 🙂

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  13. Simple Mama (@simplemama2013)

    I love this idea to take mom out to a nice meal! It is so wonderful that these restaurants offer the open table option.

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  14. Jeanine

    Sounds like a great app! My mom passed away when I was 16, and my husband always works so it will be a regular day here for us!

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    • noordinaryliz

      It is a great app! I hope you try to have a great day and do something enjoyable for you! I’m sorry to hear about the passing of your mom!

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  15. Sara R

    Such a beautiful description of a mom!!
    I had never heard of opentable before, so thank you for this post! (:

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    • noordinaryliz

      Thank you! I hope you get to try it out sometime!

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  16. reneekohley

    Wonderful thoughts 🙂 I am so thankful to still have my mother in my life, and it is fun to start seeing my 3 girls grow up and learn about appreciating Mom.

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    • noordinaryliz

      Thank you! That’s awesome to hear and see! I hope you enjoy your special day! You truly DESERVE IT! Happy Mother’s Day!

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    • noordinaryliz

      That’s great to hear! I absolutely LOVE OpenTable!

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  17. Shonda

    It’s been so long since I’ve been to Brio. That sounds like a nice choice. Maybe I will drop some hints.

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  18. abundantjourneys

    It’s been forever since I’ve been to Brio. Sounds like a great idea. Maybe I should drop some hints.

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    • noordinaryliz

      Yes, you should! They have some great deals right now, especially for you 🙂 I hope you enjoy your day! You DESERVE IT! Happy Mother’s Day!

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  19. Diana Villa

    I want take my mom to Columbia restaurant! Thanks for the great post 😀

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    • noordinaryliz

      Columbia is so YUMMY!! You’re so welcome! Hope you have a wonderful time with your MOM!!!

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  20. Virginia

    What an awesome giveaway! Perfect for Mother’s Day!

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  21. Beth@FrugalFroggie

    So excited to have Mother’s Day with my family. Happy that I have the day off from work.

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    • noordinaryliz

      I’m glad to hear you have the day off! YOU DESERVE IT 🙂 Happy Mother’s Day to you!

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  22. helenalemon

    Wow, haven’t used Open Table but it looks like the way to go! We will be celebrating Mother’s Day by going to our local church and having a nice meal at home.

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    • noordinaryliz

      OpenTable is pretty neat! If you do you use, can’t wait to hear how you liked it :). I LOVE your idea of Mother’s Day! Hope you have a wonderful day!!!

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  23. Sandy D. (@dacotahsgirl)

    Great post and ideas! My mother passed 3 years ago, but she would have loved any of these!

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    • noordinaryliz

      Thank you! I’m sorry to hear about your mother’s passing! I hope you find peace this Mother’s Day!

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  24. Roly Poly's (@Roly_polys)

    Some great tips here, going for lunch is always a great way for a relaxed catch up with the family

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  25. Yona Williams

    What a lovely tribute to Moms – all kinds of them! I think a champagne buffet sounds like a fabulous way to celebrate!

    Reply

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