Moms Say....

"My daughter´s essay has touched me forever. My diamond has not only become a symbol of love but also a reminder of how precious she is.”
- Michele Connella. 2001 Diamond Mom.

“What a treat it was to go to your store with my daughter and receive such a tribute. When she read her poem, my eyes filled up with tears, and all the way home I felt full. What a wonderful and sweet adventure.”
- Betsy Spradley.

“Your generosity of contributions throughout the United States will never be forgotten. The precious gems that you plant in a child’s heart will shine forever.”
- V. Phonethibsavads.

"Today I was honored by my daughter in your Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest. Thank you for your idea to honor your mom. You have made such a difference in the lives of others, especially mine."
- Shauna Johnson. Buena Park, CA.

"Thank you so much for making our experience so special!  This is an extraordinary thing you do to honor moms and I for one am a very grateful mom!"
- Cheryl Craycroft, Westminster, CA.

"As I listen and watch what goes on around us, I marvel when things like your contest come into our lives. I believe that "diamonds" are all around us, we just have to keep searching for them and then recognize them when we are blessed. Thank you for making Brian smile as he was so proud to show me that he won this contest, for me."
- Kathleen Duchnicki. St Claires Shores, MI.

Teachers Say...

“Thank you for promoting motherly love and communicating this idea through writing.”
- Patti Tromberg. Vista View School. Fountain Valley, CA.

“Thank you! ... As teachers, we appreciate your effort making writing a fun and purposeful exercise. “
- K. Moore, V. La Frossia, K. McDaniel and S. Hanauer. MacArthur Fundamental, Santa Ana, CA.

“Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful way to recognize moms!”
- Susan Lee. Peters Canyon. Tustin, CA.

“A wonderful contest! ...Your gemstones provided great incentive!”
- Suzanne Doucette. Whitaker Elementary. Buena Park, CA.

“I am happy to give my students yet another opportunity to participate in a meaningful writing experience on a topic so close to their hearts.”
- Carol Philip. Ball Junior HS, Anaheim, CA.

“Thank you so much for continuing this incredible contest. I’m always amazed at the depth of feelings shown.“
- Mrs. Verga. Los Coyotes. La Palma, CA.

“(The contest) certainly gives my students a chance to consider the importance of parents in their lives.”
- Karen Verostek. Portola Middle School. Orange, CA.

“Thank you for your unique approach in motivating students to write, especially on such a positive theme.”
- Marie Peck. Roosevelt Ele. Anaheim, CA

“...A wonderful way to get kids to write and think about their blessings at the same time!”
- Jan Bedwell. Yorktown Middle School. Yorktown, IN.

“A marvelous idea! Congratulations on your creativity and thoughtfulness in honoring motherhood.”
- Gloria Koss. River Rouge, MI.

“I really enjoy watching my students labor over their entries for your contest. We all do this from our hearts.“
- Robin Williams. Arroyo Seco. Valencia, CA.

“...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. Thank you for creating a room full of smiles.”
- Michelle Craney. St. Malachy. Brownsburg, IN.