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    2005- Words of Love

    $29.95

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2003 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    National publications praised the contest as one of the most successful Mother's Day programs in America.

    Year Highlights

    • 22,629 essays submitted
    • 861 teachers participated
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • Maximum words allowed: 27
    • 3 diamonds awarded
    • 4,230 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition Filled with remarkable stories, heartfelt tributes, and unforgettable expressions of love.

    Order Today A standout edition from the contest's golden era.

    When President Diamond Mike Watson of Gallery of Diamonds started a Mother’s Day contest in 1993, he was fulfilling a wistful dream. Though adopted as an infant, Watson was searching for his birth mother and dedicated the contest to her as well as to his adoptive mother. -Professional Jeweler.

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  • 2006- Beyond the Goddess Venus

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2006 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    Year Highlights

    • Company moves to Newport Beach
    • 16,781 essays received
    • 552 teachers participated
    • Maximum words allowed:
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • 3 diamonds awarded
    • 4,489 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition A milestone year combining growth, change, and tradition.

    Order Today Celebrate a pivotal chapter in contest history.

    "The Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest is by far the highest-profile, most successful to date."  Instore Magazine.

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  • 2007- Sparkling Treasures

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2007 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    This emotional year honored the life of Martha Watson with the first heart-shaped diamond award.

    Year Highlights

    • 15,521 essays received
    • 505 teachers participated
    • Maximum words allowed: 25
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • Heart-shaped diamonds awarded in honor of Martha Watson
    • 4,000 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition One of the most meaningful and emotional volumes ever published.

    Order Today A touching collector's edition filled with heartfelt memories.

    “If a picture is worth 1,000 words, what are 25 words worth?” Orange County Register.

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  • 2008- The Crystal Heart

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2008 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    The contest's mission expanded beyond prizes to encourage kindness, appreciation, and reflection.

    Year Highlights

    • 16,148 essays submitted
    • 167 Orange County schools participated
    • 535 teachers participated
    • Grade levels: 1-12
    • Maximum words allowed: 25
    • 2 diamonds awarded
    • 5,000 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition A beautiful reminder that words have the power to strengthen families.

    Order Today An inspiring keepsake celebrating the importance of gratitude.

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    “We appreciate all the effort you put into this beautiful contest, and because the whole purpose is to share all the love that you have in your heart with other human beings.” Luz Vazquez. 2008 Diamond Mom.

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  • 2009- The Encouraging Branch

    $34.95

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2009 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    What began as a humble tribute blossomed into a national celebration touching millions.

    Year Highlights

    • 19,734 essays received
    • 214 Orange County schools participated
    • 52 schools outside Orange County
    • 694 teachers participated
    • Maximum words allowed: 25
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • 2 diamonds awarded
    • 6,300 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition A volume filled with some of the contest's most heartfelt and mature writing.

    Order Today Own a book from one of the program's most influential years.

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    In 1993, Diamond Mike Watson founded a writing contest in honor of his adoptive mother and the birthmother he had never known. The most creative contestant would receive a diamond. A girl named Margaret claimed her grand prize diamond. Like buried treasure, her enchanting poem sparkled deep within the mound of entries.

    Since then, hundreds of thousands of kids have submitted words of love to the Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest. The contest is now in honor of all moms, and this book is the story of how the largest mother’s appreciation contest in the nation was created.

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  • 2010- Discovered With Great Bliss

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2010 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    This year's theme emphasized the healing and inspiring power of positive words.

    Year Highlights

    • 21,655 essays submitted
    • 705 teachers participated
    • 25 teachers were contest judges
    • Grade levels: 1-12
    • Maximum words allowed: 25
    • 2 diamonds awarded
    • 8,113 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition A remarkable collection demonstrating how language can uplift and inspire.

    Order Today One of the largest and most impactful anthologies ever produced.

    “While creating the largest Mother’s Day essay contest in the nation was not Michael Watson’s intention, sharing an appreciation and love for all mothers certainly was.  Without a doubt, he has succeeded.” -National Jeweler Magazine.

    Positive words are living things.  When written, they become real. When spoken, they have the power to heal, encourage and inspire. Throughout our lives, we remember the beautiful words spoken to us.  -Diamond Mike Watson.

     

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  • 2011 – Legacy Edition

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2011 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    For almost two decades, children from across America shared why their mothers mattered.

    Year Highlights

    • 19,750 essays submitted
    • 610 teachers participated
    • 8,140 gemstone winners
    • First diamond awarded to a first-grade student
    • Pink carnation seeds were launched in red balloons

    Why You'll Love This Edition A celebration of nearly twenty years of memories, appreciation, and family connections.

    Order Today A milestone edition worthy of every collection.

    “I really enjoy watching my students labor over their entries for this contest. We all do this from our hearts.” -Robin Williams. Teacher.

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  • 2012- A Gift of Love

    $39.95

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2012 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    The closing chapter of an extraordinary publishing legacy.

    Year Highlights

    • 19,125 essays submitted
    • 511 teachers participated
    • Maximum words allowed- 22
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • 7,529 gemstone winners
    • Final Mother's Book anthology published
    • Expanded integration into the Common Core curriculum

    Why You'll Love This Edition The final anthology in the series. It represents the culmination of twenty years of children's voices, family memories, and a national tradition dedicated to honoring mothers.

    Order Today Once remaining copies are gone, no new editions will ever be printed. Own the final chapter of this remarkable story.

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  • Angel’s Wings

    A keepsake born of gentle flame Its soft glow speaks a whispered name And on each side, like watchful light Two diamonds hold the edges bright Wings that guard the gem with care In gentle strength, a sacred pair A heart engraved on each side Where love is held and cannot hide Wear a wonderful memory with timeless beauty. Two brilliant white diamonds accent your child's winning gemstone in 14K gold.  Artistically etched with a heart design on each side of the shank, Angel's Wings will always remind a mother of her child. Every Angel's Wings ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.
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  • Bouquet

    The distinct 14K gold Mother's Bouquet displays two gemstones in any combination. The design symbolizes two children who have won the contest or one child who has won twice.  The split shank design offers an exciting view at every angle and is open and airy. The Mother’s Bouquet will be loved and worn every day. Every Mother’s Bouquet ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.
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  • Dangle

    Show off your child's winning gemstone in the charming 14K Dangle earrings. Each gemstone is framed with four prongs and shimmer with motion. Comes with comfortable and durable leverbacks.

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  • Diamond Encore

    The enchanting 14K gold Diamond Encore displays a bright diamond that serves as a beacon for two gemstones in any combination. Exciting view at every angle and is open and airy. Etched with Moon Over Mountains® insignia on the sides. Many moms like the Diamond Encore because it can symbolize two children who have won the contest or one child who has won two different times.  The Diamond Encore will be loved and worn every day. The rabbit-ear bail is oversized to accommodate larger chains. Every Diamond Encore pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.
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