“M is for the million things she gave me ...”

We all know the world wouldn’t nearly be as nice a place without moms. Whether its dispensing words of wisdom, handing out hugs and kisses, giving heaps of encouragement on good days and bad, the big and little things moms do make us smile.

What does your mom do to put a smile on your face or a spring in your step? We want you to share your stories of mom’s greatness. Register here and tell us “My mom rocks because ...”

Submissions will be accepted through April 16.

Starting April 20, we’ll ask readers to log on and vote for their favorite mom story, with the winner receiving a package of cool prizes from area businesses.

Please limit your entries to 250 words or less. Other than that, the only limit is your imagination. So start typing and let the world know just how great your mom is.