This group of nominations was made April 30 to May 11.
Click here to see nominations made April 26 to April 29.
We asked Macaroni Kid Erie readers to nominate an Erie mom that inspires them for the chance to win a $100 Coventina Gift Card and a $50 bouquet from Rosebud Flower Shop. We heard from more than 100 of you. Some entries were sweet, some funny, and some made us cry. Here's what you had to say (the winners, who were chosen randomly, are both below and highlighted):
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My mom is outstanding because she is there for me everyday. She helps with my daughter whenever I need her and makes me chicken noodle soup when I'm sick. She is my best friend and is always there for me and encourages me in whatever I do.
--Amy, nominating Lisa
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My mom is a wonderful person. She became a widow at the young age of 26 and always strived to provide my sister and I with our wants and not just our needs. We butted heads occasionally but always remained close and never had to question our love for one another. She is my best friend today, and a wonderful Grammie to my children. I thank God for blessing me with her every day and I would love to see her pamper herself with this giftcard. Happy Mother's day, Mom, I love you. Xo
--Mindy, nominating Ella
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She is an outstanding mother, she delivered her child with no epidural (something I could not do lol). And her breastfeeding/pumping journey has been channelling but she never gave up and tried everything. And is now still going strong with breastfeeding! She does everything she can to do the best for her child! She deserves to have a nice stress free spa day! Especially for her first mothers day!
--Nicole, nominating Brianne
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She is an amazing mother of 5 and is always doing the absolute best for her child. They come first and she always puts herself last in everyone point of her day. She wakes gets the kiddos ready for school, goes to work, gets out of work in perfect time to pick the kiddos up from school, home for dinner & homework, showers then bed to start all over again. I have never heard her once complain about anything that has to do with being mother even tho sometimes I can see she is completely exhausted. If she was to win I'd would gladly babysit her kiddos so she may have a day to her self. Thank you for the opportunity for her.
--Sheila, nominating Sarah
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Renee is my adopted mom. She has such a caring heart! Recently I was involved in a car accident and she has done everything in her power to help take of my my kids while I’m in a nursing home (at age 24) to recover from this accident. She also managed to adopt another little boy and continues to do foster care here in Erie County. Renee is an amazing mother to me and all the children that come into her life. She could definitely use some time to herself this Mother’s Day! Thank you for giving the opportunity to win these fabulous prizes!!
--Jenn, nominating Renee
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Leah has three young girls who are all three years old and under. Despite all efforts, this winter was relentless with germs being passed around. Shortly after her third daughter was born in the winter she needed to be hospitalized. Her other two daughters also got sick all at the same time. Leah was so strong during the whole ordeal. She worked tirelessly taking care of all of her girls. She ran on no sleep for weeks but kept a positive attitude. Her maternity leave was consumed by blowing noses, treating fevers, and giving tons of snuggles. Leah deserves some time for herself to recharge her batteries and relax. Coventina's would be a perfect remedy! I nominate Leah because she is an incredible mom and wonderful friend!
--Aubrey, nominating Leah
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She raised my self and my two brothers even though she didn't have much but we were just fine she also is a wonderful grandma who goes over and beyond and was my rock when my I was pregnant with my daughter who would not survive after birth she lived for 10 days and my mom was there for what ever I needed and she always remembers her at Christmas and her birthday.
--Mollie, nominating Durinda
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Winner of the Rosebud flower bouquet:
She helps with her grandkids every chance she gets. She wants nothing but the best for them.
--Jennifer, nominating Ann
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My mommy is special because she loves me a lot! She takes care of me and daddy! She gives me all the things I need. She gives the best hugs!
--Gavin, 6, nominating Elizabeth
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Dana is an incredible mom. She has 3 children and one on the way. She works full time and is constantly putting others before herself. On top of working full time she does cosmetology on the side which is basically a full time job as well. She could definitely use some pampering! #shedoesitall #supermom #sheDESERVESIt
--Jamie, nominating Dana
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My mom is the best because she loves me. She helps me with homework. Cooks me yummy food. Reads to me and plays with me. She is my tooth fairy. My mom teaches me songs and gave me a brother and sister. She is awesome!
--Evelyna, nominating Jenny
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I would like Galina to win this giveaway because she truly is a selfless person. She always helps others even if that means she won't get sleep. She works full time at a nursing home and is one of the best nurses there. All the patients adore her. Grandkids cannot get enough of her. (All 24 of them) She is very caring, thoughtful, and wise. She is my MIL but we have a mother/son relationship. Love you mom.
--Konstantin, nominating Galina
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She has stood by me and supported me the best she could.
--Jennifer, nominating Mary
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For almost 5 years she had picked up my kids and took them places from school to sitters to even the drs. She is a great step mom and a great grammie! (My boys call her grammie) .
--Jennifer, nominating Chris
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She is a wonderful mother, that take care of myself and her husband, 2 young girls, and step son. She is the only driver in the house and is always on the go. I appreciate everything she does and this woman needs a break. She is always trying her best to fulfill everyone's needs but her own. I nominate her to win something so she can have a break and do some thing for her. She puts up with a lot and deserves a little get a away. Please choose her.
--Lana, nominating Sara
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Jess has fought hard and long to give her kids the lives they have now, from teen pregnancy to marriage her husband adopting her boys and everything in between. She's always worked hard to provide for her family. As a mother of 4, she still manages to work and take online courses to better herself, not to mention running her kids around to sports and keeping herself healthy and in shape. Never once has her parenting and the health and wellness of her children been in question but instead it is all admiration of her strength and hard work put in to keep her babies happy, healthy, and give them the absolute best lives she is able to. She definitely deserves some time to herself and relaxation!
--Jessica W. nominating Jessica P.
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It is always refreshing to see a mother who can balance 2 children, a husband, a business, a home, personal health and still remain cheerful and sane. Leanne does all this without complaint. She still finds time for play dates and friends. She is always willing to help anyone in need. She has a loving heart and a patient soul.
--Tina, nominating Leanne
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Not only is she a wonderful mother to her two boys; she is also a working mom and a fantastic aunt to my four-year-old daughter. She always takes the time to go the extra mile with her kids. I applaud everything she does for them.
--Becky, nominating Rachel
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My mom is amazing. She moved in with my grandparents (married 69 years!) to take care of my grandma, who unfortunately passed in March. She has since stayed to take care of grandpa who is 94 years young. She deserves the world, but a break to Coventina would be perfect while I work on getting her the world.
--Melissa, nominating Debra
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As a grandmother, despite running two small businesses full time, she puts her grandbabies first. No matter what, they are all (all 11 + 4 great grandbabies) the most important things in her world. She out energizes each of her children! Not only has she raised us to raise our children with a love of the Earth and respect for all humans, she has taught us to love and nurture our own selves. She is a true gift to us.
--Vanessa, nominating Deb
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She has always been there for all of my sports growing up and whenever I needed her. She has been a big help with my kids as well. When there were times I couldn't take off work or my husband couldn't either, if the sitter couldn't watch them, she was there for us. Even if she would only get a couple of hours of sleep, as she works second shift. Even now that I am staying at home with the kids, if I have appointments I need to go to and can't take the kids, she is there. If I get called in to sub at work (I worked at a school before we decided for me to stay at home but I stayed on the sub list to help out when I could) she is there so I can go in. I don't know how we would have done it without her. <3
--Jessica, nominating Debra
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She always puts the needs of others in front of herself. The true definition of selfless. She also empowers her children to make great decisions and be the best versions of themselves.
--Kristie, nominating Marge
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She has always put my brother and I first and done everything she has needed to in order to give us what she could and give us the best of everything. She has been so selfless and lived for her children. Now that she is a grandma, I see the love she has for her granddaughter and freely pour her entire heart and soul into her family.
--Kristin, nominating Stephanie
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She has never grown a child under her heart but so many in it. Mother is also a verb and Ayrn has taken it to an art form. She has mentored so many young women and been an exceptional role model of caring for others including her own Mom.
--Kathie, nominating Aryn
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Katrina is a loving mom of our 3 year old daughter Halena and our 2 year old son Waylon. She goes above and beyond to keep our kids active and healthy. On top of this she is she is the caregiver to 2 foster girls ages 1 and 4! She provides for 4 kids under 4 to make sure all their needs are meant teach them how to pray, make sure they are clean and have fresh clothes, and eating healthy things. She also is involved with their mom helping to better her life so that she will be equipped to get them back one day . I am so amazed with all she can handle at once without complaining and she is so deserving of a massage!
--Tyler, nominating Katrina
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She is an incredible mother to our five boys, a taxi driver, home manager, cheering section and a primary caregiver for our oldest son Connor that has severe disabilities. Did I mention that he is not even her biological son? Three of our five boys are not her biological children and yet she gives them the world and is the glue of our family. She also cares for my mother who is on hospice and lives in our home. Aimee is the most deserving Mother and care giver I know and is an angel on earth that has already earned her wings. I would love to see her recognized because we already know she is the best mom in not only Erie County, but the entire world. Cheesy but true.
--Bradley, nominating Aimee
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My Mom, Sherrie, is selfless. Always caring for others and putting her own needs and wants to the side. She is an amazing example of what a mother should be and an amazing Memaw to my 4 year old. She has been through tough times with 2 different cancer diagnosis in the past 7 years. Through those hard times, she was more concerned with keeping our spirits lifted than her own. She is my best friend and I don't know what i would do without her. I would love nothing more than for her to be gifted with this prize. Thank you.
--Kira, nominating Sherrie
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She's nice, kind and she helps me. She's amazing and fun.
--Bella, 8, nominating Barbara
She's kind, she takes us to get books and she likes good music!
--Ben, 7 nominating Barbara
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Annie is the most patient and loving example of a mother. She works full time and takes care of 3 awesome kiddos. Annie never complains and she embraces her crazy busy life with a natural ease. She is a super mom and rarely does anything for herself. Annie has been my biggest role model and supporter through my journey of becoming a mom of 3 as well. I can’t imagine a more deserving person to receive some pampering! I’m so thankful to have her as a friend and as a leading example of what a good mom looks like.
--Heather, nominating Annie
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I am nominating my mom because she is truly a strong woman. As a young girl she battled many obstacles health wise and throughout her life. She has taught both my sister and I how to be an amazing mom to our children. She is the most caring, loving, giving, humble person I have ever met. I am so thankful that God blesses me with such an inspiration for a mother!
--Jennifer, nominating Kathy
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Daijah is a single mother of two beautiful very energetic girls . She does her very best to provide for them . She works long hours and wakes up early everyday to just provide for her girls .
--Jasmine, nominating Daijah
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Jenn is a mother of 2 and an Aunt to 3. She spends her free time with her kids and nieces and nephew when she’s not working full time. She loves to do activities with the kids like painting and crafts. She is just a great mother !
--Jessica, nominating Jennifer
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She raised 5 children while always working full time if not full time plus part time to help out my dad and make sure we had what we needed. We never went without the things we needed. The best thing about my mother to this day is I have never heard her yell. She never yelled at any of us kids growing up and she still does not yell at any of her 13 grandkids who love her dearly. She is the most patient understanding person in my life and the best mother and gramma to myself and my Babies.
--Carra, nominating Kathy
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My mom is the most kind and selfless woman on the plant. She is the best source of comfort for my whole family. She lights up a room when she walks in. I strive only to be as phenomenal as her one day. She’s taught me to be a strong independent female. In times of adversity she’s showed me how to take the high road. We need more Shelly Antoliks in this world.
--Emily, nominating Shelly
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Lou is a hardworking mother of 4 and grandmother of 3. She is always ready to support her children and lend a hand to watch her grandchildren when needed. She is honest, dependable and makes time for others. Lou always puts other’s needs first, so winning this contest would allow her to be able to do something for herself for a change!
--Monica, nominating Lou
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Winner of the Coventina gift card:
Aimee is (I’m tearing up) mom to her 5 boys, one with very severe disabilities. She is also mom away from home to many college students attending the special needs AIM program at Mercyhurst University. My daughter has special needs and is in her 3rd year at Mercyhurst and I live in Washington DC. Aimee is my daughter Kat’s mom away from home in Erie. Aimee even welcomed Kat into her home for Thanksgiving, because I couldn’t be there with Kat and Kat could not fly home for the holiday. Aimee has endless love for her own children and for all of the children in the Mercyhurst AIM Program for special needs college students. Her passion and love for others is so deserving of winning the Macaroni Kids Mother’s Day Giveaway. Aimee McGarry is truly an angel. So many depend on this beautiful and selfless mother who opens her heart and her home to all who need her. Aimee deserves this honor more than any other mother I have ever known.
--Robin, nominating Aimee
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I nominate my American mom. I came to US to study abroad. I ended up getting pregnant my junior year. I was completely alone and we met totally unexpectedly. She literally picked me up by the scruff of my neck, she took me in to live with her family. She was in the delivery with my. My son is 16 and she is the only family we have since my husband’s parents are deceased and mine live in Poland . She’s the best thing that happened to me- she is my American mom.
--Gosha, nominating Dianne
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Tiffany is an amazing mother of 4 children ages 8-15 who are all succeeding in life. She keeps them active with Band, 2 different soccer leagues, YMCA, and many family outings and road trips. On top of all of this Tiffany is graduating May 13th from Mercyhurst University with her double bachelor's degree in accounting and finance, all while working a full time job. Though she has kicked life's butt to get to this point she devotes every single free moment to her children and on top still manages time to be a great daughter, sister and friend. She is a great role model to her friends, family and children. Tiffany is proof that you can still move forward with your education and employment while being a Mother. She has some free time this summer before starting back to school and not only does she deserve to be pampered but she LOVES being pampered also :) She is the most deserving Mother I know.
--Kimberly, nominating Tiffany
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She takes care of kids every day while I work crazy hours and does all the housework she deserves a break.
--Gregory, nominating Sarah
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Kathleen lost her daughter at a young age, just 2 years ago this month. Mother's day is not the same as you can imagine, as her daughter was her only child. I would love to win this for her and give her the day to relax an pamper herself for a day. So her that even though her daughter may not be on this Earth with her, that others are here an appreciate, love, and cherish all that she does and has been through. She deserves it so much
--Janelle, nominating Kathleen
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Even though things weren't always easy, she made sure that we were taken care of and always did fun things with us! Now, she's an awesome grandma to my kids and loves being there for us! I am grateful!
--Dane, nominating Michelle
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She is the most giving, caring person I know. She does everything for everyone else and doesn't take time for herself.
--Katie, nominating Chris
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What makes my wife an outstanding mom is she has dedicated her whole self to our two little ones.
--Steven, nominating Alexis
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My mother is amazing. She is always there for me no matter what. Good day or bad day she it’s always there when I need her. I love you so much Mom.
--Megan, nominating Lynda
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She takes me outside to play every day.
--Connor, 2, nominating Cassandra
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She’s survived cancer three times, though it’s taken a toll on her physically, she’s always there for anyone who needs her.
--Allyson, nominating Lynn
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My mom is an amazing person and super nice Sometimes a little too nice! No really, she's so sweet and really caring! She loves everyone and helps anyone in anyway she can no matter the situation! I love her so much!!
--Brooke, 14, nominating Kristina
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My mom knows I have been struggling with Crohns. So my 6-year-old moved in with her two years ago, My mother and I have a wonderful relationship we co-parent my daughter if she needs a new hair cut my mom asks me first, If she has problems in school my mom calls me. My mother also raised me and my two older siblings all on her own in a loving warming home. We had new school & summer clothes and big bountiful Christmases.
--Victoria, nominating Tracy
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She taught me how to be a mother, and until I had a child of my own I never knew how much love she had for me. My love and appreciation for her is undeniable. She gives 110% of herself to her kids and I wouldn't be where I am today without her. She is my best friend.
--Julia, nominating Rebecca
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My mom is outstanding because she always takes the time to let me enjoy all the things that make me smile. She lets me have fun, make messes, and reads to me every night! My mommy loves me for me and she is just perfect for me!
--Daniel, nominating Desirae
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My name is Amelia I am 20 months old and my Nona is helping me nominate my mom Trysha. My mommy loves me very much. She takes care of me , keeps me safe , and works hard. We sing and dance and have fun together. I love when we read books, and play outside. She always has time for me no matter how much she has to do . I love my mommy and she love me and that’s why my mommy should win
--Amelia, 20 months, nominating Trysha
