She applauds first and loudest. Her hugs are always the most sincere. She is your mother, and for the second year Mother to Mother of Shawnee County is asking for nominations for Mother of the Year. The award will be presented during Mother to Mother's spring banquet at noon May 9 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel. Nominations can be made for any woman you know who exemplifies motherhood in our community.
Local mothers form teams that provide help and friendship to each other.
Nominations for Mother of the Year should be made by writing a letter describing in 500 words or less why your nominee is the best mother. Three finalists will be chosen from the nominees and each will be guests at the spring banquet. Finalists will be notified on or before May 2. The deadline for nominations is April 25. For information call MTM at 233-7007.