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Do have someone in your life that is such a tremendous mother that you look up to her and want to be just like her? If so, consider entering her in the "Mother of the Year" contest hosted by a group of Third Ward merchants.

To enter the contest, send an e-mail describing a deserving mom in 250 words or less. Nominations should include the name, address, phone number and e-mail of the nominator and the nominee. Include a photo of the nominee if possible.

The deadline to nominate a deserving mom is May 1. Send your nominations to mothersdaycontestmke@gmail.com.

All nominated moms must live in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington or Waukesha counties. Winners will be notified by Tuesday, May 5.

The grand prize is valued at $1,000 and includes a $150 gift certificate to Home Market, $150 gift certificate from Neroli Salon & Spa, a Freckle Face gift package, a personalized mother's necklace from Juju Gifts, dinner at Hinterland Gastropub, shoes from Shoo and clothing from Stephanie Horne.

A first runner-up will receive a $100 gift card for the Milwaukee Public Market, and a second runner-up will get a $100 gift certificate from the Institute of Beauty and Wellness.

Talk about a Mother's Day gift to remember! Nominate away!