My grandmother stepped in when I needed her. I stepped up for her later.

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The author took care of her grandmother as she got older.

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The moms in my life always say they don't need anything for Mother's Day. That's why I make sure to celebrate them year-round.

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The author (not pictured) works year-round to give back to the moms in her life.

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I made the dessert Meghan Markle named after her daughter. It's perfect for Mother's Day.

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Meghan Markle named her Chantilly Lili dessert after her daughter, Princess Lilibet.

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Most people buy presents they'd want themselves. A professional gift consultant charges $150 to help you avoid that mistake.

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Alanna Silver advises her clients on buying the perfect gift.

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Florists share the 7 mistakes to avoid when buying someone flowers

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Asking a florist for something custom might help you get a better bouquet than you'd find on the shelf.

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