What Moms Really Want For Mother's Day

For moms used to exclusively getting "useful" gifts — yes, we could definitely use an immersion blender, but there's no need to put a bow on it — it's sometimes nice to get something completely, well, useless. Decorative objects like this West Elm symmetry objects ($29-$39) might be impractical, but they can brighten up a room . . . and an overworked mom.