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    1999-Seventh Anniversary Edition

    $24.95

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 1999 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    A national phenomenon emerges.  Participation surges as the contest is expanded to Indiana, Texas, and the entire state of California.

    Year Highlights

    • 14,150 essays submitted
    • 116 Orange County schools participated
    • Maximum words allowed: 30
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • 5 diamonds awarded
    • 2,380 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition The stories become broader, richer, and more representative of families from every background.

    Order Today Experience the year the contest firmly established its national presence.

    “A happy, heart-felt, almost super-human endeavor for a company who wants kids to be sure to tell their moms that they love them.” -Dorothy Jean, Writer.

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  • 1998-2,002 Winners

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 1998 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    1998 marked a historic breakthrough as the contest expanded beyond Orange County.

    Year Highlights

    • 10,650 essays submitted
    • 97 schools participated
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • 4 diamonds awarded
    • 2,087 gemstone winners
    • First national diamond winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition This book captures the moment a local tribute transformed into a national movement.

    Order Today An essential volume for collectors of contest history.

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  • 2008- The Crystal Heart

    $29.95

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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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  • 2003- The Legendary Contest

    $26.95

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

    A Record-Breaking Year.  Participation reached extraordinary levels.

    Year Highlights

    • First hardcover edition
    • 24,850 essays submitted
    • 162 schools participated
    • 957 teachers participated
    • Maximum words allowed: 27
    • 3 diamonds awarded
    • 4,070 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition One of the largest and most influential years in contest history.

    Order Today An exceptional keepsake from a truly historic year.

    “A national tradition in which thousands of kids can express their feelings, while taking the time to reflect on the importance of their moms.”  Professional Jeweler.

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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

    $29.95

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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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  • 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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  • 2004- Twelve Years of Love

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2004 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    The year that inspired newspaper headlines and unforgettable stories.

    Year Highlights

    • 26,514 essays submitted
    • 782 participating teachers
    • Maximum words allowed: 27
    • 3 diamonds awarded
    • 4,155 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition This anthology includes entries from a year celebrated for extraordinary writing and national attention.  Also includes essay of  Honorable Mention, Brielle Saracini, whose father was the pilot of the plane that crashed into the South Tower of the World Trade Center on September 11.

    Order Today A cherished volume from one of the contest's most memorable years.

    “An awesome assignment, a great learning experience, and a challenge that could be met at any level. All children come away with a feeling of pride and self-accomplishment.” -Craney. Teacher.

    “The largest Mother's Day essay contest in the nation.” -National Jeweler.

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  • 2000- A Millennium Mother’s Day Tribute

    $24.95

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    Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 2000 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

    Entering the new millennium, this anthology reflects unprecedented participation and enthusiasm.

    Year Highlights

    • 20,047 essays submitted
    • 99 Orange County schools
    • Grade levels 1-12
    • Maximum words allowed: 29
    • 265 schools outside Orange County
    • First time 8 diamonds awarded to California, New York, Ohio, Texas, Indiana, and Michigan
    • 2,840 gemstone winners

    Why You'll Love This Edition A remarkable time capsule capturing hopes, dreams, and family values at the dawn of a new century.

    Order Today One of the most sought-after editions in the series.

    “You have made a positive impact in thousands of children's lives in the way you wanted to honor all mothers." -Grenadier Horizon.

    “The mission: Encourage kids to appreciate their mothers.”  -Costa Mesa Breeze.

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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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  • Trielle

    Three gemstones, cradled in gold Holding memories from youth to old Rising arches toward the sky Embellished hearts that lift love high The distinct Trielle ring displays three gemstones in any combination.  The specially designed hearts on the undergallery are intended to represent the eternal bond of children in one’s life.  The enchanting floating hearts and cathedral arch give Trielle its charming personality.  Each Trielle ring  is cast in high quality, 14K gold or sterling silver. Designed by Diamond Mike Watson.
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  • Luna

    Luna- Where her light meets the horizon Luna drifts in starry quest A tender glow in gold expressed She lingers low, tending the night She is the moon- mother of light The 14K gold Luna ring securely embraces your child's winning gemstone as an eternal reminder of your love.  Smooth bezeled design offers a calming view at every angle and displays soaring wings on each side.   This ring will be loved and worn every day as a constant reminder of a child.
    Each Luna ring is cast in high-quality, 14K gold or sterling silver.
     
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