What I really want is time to exercise and some German chocolate cake. 

What do you want? If it's along the lines of beauty and fashion, N&O's Samantha Smith, our fashion reporter, wants to know.

Here's her pitch: Psst ... hey moms! Come here. Tell us what you want for Mother’s Day. Hugs and kisses? Yeah, of course. Drawings for the fridge. Yes! But a new toaster or a coffee maker? Surely there’s something you’ve been yearning for — a spa gift card, perhaps? A new lipstick to brighten your look? A pair of jeans to give your behind some umph? We’re running a gift guide in advance of Mother’s Day and we’d love to share your secret beauty and fashion desires.

Send them to samantha.smith@newsobserver.com. Just give us a hint about who you are, age and how many kids you have. And we’ll share your wish list with all the right people — wink, wink.