What does the American flag stand for? For me, the American flag is a symbol of freedom. The flag is a symbol of patriotism, which was given its significance through the sacrifice of thousands and thousands of dedicated military service personnel who gave their lives for our freedom.
In fact, consumers are expected to spend an average of $152.52 on gifts for Mother's Day: up 8 percent from last year, according to a survey by the National Retail Federation. In total, we're expected to spend a total $18.6 billion on Mother's Day presents, according to the NRF. (H/t USA Today.)
Surrogate Mother Compensation. Surrogate mother compensation varies case to case. Typically a surrogate motherâs fee will range from $35,000 to $40,000 plus expenses, depending on experience. We ask that surrogate mothers realize the more reasonable their requested compensation, the sooner they will be matched.