"We’ve all done the spa gift certificates, the fancy brunches, the standard items of jewelry. Ho-hum. Ditch those gifts in favor of something that Mom doesn’t expect—but really wants. Bonus: these gifts don’t require dusting, and don’t take up space on a shelf or in a closet. This Mother’s Day—May 8 if you’re a horrible child and don’t know that already—give your mom…
…a chance to bond with children—that aren’t hers. Don’t get jealous—we’re talking about baby animals. Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture (914-366-6200; stonebarnscenter.org) offers a 'Mothers and Babies' tour where Mom can admire the adorable chicks and piglets. There’s also always a good chance to spot baby animals at Muscoot Farm (914-864-7282; muscootfarm.org), which will be holding its annual sheep-shearing day."Please click on the above link to read the rest of the article.