Love ya, Mom! Mother’s Day fast approaches. Do you know what you’re getting YOUR special lady?

Alright all you procrastinators. Mother’s Day is this weekend Sunday, May 10! Have you thought of what you want to do to show your very special mother, grandmother, wife and/or very special lady just how much she’s loved and appreciated yet?
Plenty of area hot spots are offering special discounts on or before Mom’s day. And by all means, if your favorite place isn’t mentioned, feel free to call ahead to ask if they’re offering something special, too.
Dining out
Burgers on the Beach
1365 Estero Blvd., 765-9464
Burgers on the Beach is toasting all the moms out there with one free drink per mom this Mother’s Day. (Limit one free drink per mom, please). Located right across from the Lani Kai, this new burger joint offers specials every day and serves anything from burgers and wings to salads and subs. Hours are Tuesday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Chloes at DiamondHead
2000 Estero Blvd., 765-0595
Chloes in the lovely DiamondHead Beach Resort is opening early especially for moms that day, offering a Mother’s Day brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Guests can enjoy this special meal for $24.95 each, or $8.95 for those 10 and under. Reservations are recommended.
Surf Pie
401 Old San Carlos Blvd., 765-7437
Why not stop in for a hot slice while walking the Bay Walk area of Old San Carlos Boulevard? Slices are just $3.25 and are probably as big as your head, if not bigger. Free delivery is available. Hours are Monday to Wednesday, 4 to 10 p.m.; Thursday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to midnight.
Doc Ford’s
708 Fisherman’s Wharf, 765-9660
This new edition to Fisherman’s Wharf offers plenty for mom to choose from, including some fab specialty dishes, such as the banana leaf snapper or the fish tacos. Two sets of music will entertain the crowd until 10 p.m. this Mother’s Day, including the Danny Morgan Band. Reservations are not necessary, but feel free to call ahead. Hours are 11 a.m. to midnight.
South Beach Grill
7205 Estero Blvd. #729, 463-7770
This elegant restaurant located on the south end of the island in the Santini Marina Plaza will offer a Mother’s Day brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., serving an array of brunch specialties and more! From French toast, gourmet pancakes, eggs benedict, crpes and quiche to salmon, grouper, crab legs, lobster tails and many appetizers, this specialty brunch will range from $10 to $24. Reservations are suggested. Hours that evening will be 5 to 9 p.m., with the regular menu available, along with the chef’s verbal specials.
Regular hours to the restaurant are 4:30 to 10 p.m. seven days a week, with early birds dining between 4:30 and 6 p.m.
Castaways
7205 Estero Blvd., 463-4644
This relaxingly nautical restaurant in the Santini Marina plaza plans to offer a couple of specialty dishes this Mother’s Day. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
Shopping
Flying Fish Trading Co. of FMB
2471 Estero Blvd., 463-9900
This quaint little nautical shop has just about anything your special lady could ask for in designs and home decor. The owners are offering 10 percent off their Steve Vaughn giclees Saturday and Sunday, May 9 and 10, just in time to pick up a beautiful piece for a beautiful woman. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Coconuts Handbags and Boutique
1698 Estero Blvd., 877-4184
This little yellow building just south of Hooters has so many lovely purses and other gift items to choose from, you might want to give yourself some extra time for decision making. Aside from anyone and everyone getting a free gift just for stopping by (no purchase necessary), for the entire week before Mother’s Day (Monday, May 4 to Sunday, May 10), receive 25 percent off all handbags just make sure you mention this listing in the Beach Bulletin.
Also, be sure to enter into the drawing for a lovely purse hanger, a cool-gemmed gadget that prevents your purse from getting filthy while resting it on the floor.
There’s no fee to enter, and the drawing will be Saturday, May 9, just before Mother’s Day.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Leani’s Polynesian Shop
7205 Estero Blvd., 463-2838
From casual wear to cruise wear, this Polynesian shop has just what your fave lady likes. Many enjoyed items in the shop include sandals, swimwear, hats and mens wear.
For at least the next couple of weeks, enjoy 30 percent off the entire store with some items as much as 50 percent off! Hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday and Sunday, 10 to 5 p.m.
Lorrie Wolf Florist
2801-F Estero Blvd., 463-6500
Why not get your mom a beautiful floral arrangement this Mother’s Day? Lorrie Wolf Florist has several lovely arrangements to choose from, including gorgeous spring bouquets with many keepsake vases and containers to choose from. Feel free to call ahead and reserve some pieces, and for a small fee, Lorrie can ship your arrangement anywhere in the world. Custom orders are also available. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday.
Silver Witch
108 Crescent St., 463-5155
Come by the Silver Witch and pick out something shiny for Mom this Mother’s Day. A special deal is always offered and locals receive an additional 10 percent off all silver anytime.
All through Mother’s Day, enjoy 20 percent off all sterling silver jewelry in the store.
Discovery Bay
7205 Estero Blvd #714, 463-4715
Discovery Bay is a treasure trove of whimsy, offering gifts from all over. Ongoing sales are going on throughout the store, anywhere from 10 to 75 percent off. Come by to check out Peggy Karr’s fused glass sealife creations, as well as the many other wonders this shop contains. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. seven days a week.
Esterra Spa and Salon
6231 Estero Blvd., 765-4772
Why not pamper the perfect mom with a day at the spa? Esterra Spa and Salon is offering a sweet Mother’s Day deal: Enjoy a a 70-minute Swedish massage for $80. That’s $10 off the regular price of the 60-minute massage, plus you’re getting an extra 10 minutes!
You and Mom can also enjoy 10 percent off any other service in the spa and salon, from hair and nails to bath and beauty. This special is being offered throughout the whole month of May, so there’s no rush to have it done specifically on Mother’s Day.