You could, of course, just take her to a restaurant. But to avoid the crowds (and the overpriced, assembly-line menus), why not make Mother’s Day brunch at home? A few carefully chosen blossoms and an elegant place setting add to the sense of occasion. The extra effort tells Mom, once again, that she’s number one.

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