Grateful, Thankful Mom

Grateful, Thankful Mom

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15 Effortless Ways to Plan a Fun and Frugal Christmas on a Budget - Boss Single Mama 23/08/2020

These are great tips for anyone looking to save some money on Christmas this year. It's great to start planning ahead!

15 Effortless Ways to Plan a Fun and Frugal Christmas on a Budget - Boss Single Mama Looking for money-saving ideas to plan a frugal Christmas? Here's how to plan Christmas on a budget and still enjoy the holiday season!

7 Camping Must-Haves You Didn't Know You Needed 10/08/2020

Does your family love to camp? We take several camping trips a year in our travel trailer and have found some awesome camping must-haves that you probably didn’t know you needed.

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7 Camping Must-Haves You Didn't Know You Needed Does your family love to camp? We take several camping trips a year in our

Why the Ipsy Glam Bag Is Perfect For Busy Moms 09/08/2020

The Ipsy Glam Bag is an awesome solution for busy moms. After filling out a detailed survey, subscribers receive a variety of beauty products monthly.

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Why the Ipsy Glam Bag Is Perfect For Busy Moms The Ipsy Glam Bag is an awesome solution for busy moms.  After filling out a

Easy, Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole 08/08/2020

Are you looking for an easy dinner side dish? This delicious easy, cheesy tater tot casserole is super simple to make and takes very little hands-on time.

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Easy, Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole Are you looking for an easy dinner side dish? This delicious easy, cheesy tater tot

How I Use My Planner As A Memory Journal 07/08/2020

Looking for an easy, fun, and beautiful way to keep your life organized and create a memorable keepsake at the same time? Here’s how I use my planner as a memory journal to remember all the important moments (and the small moments, too) in our life.

FIND OUT HOW:
https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/how-i-use-my-planner-as-a-memory-journal/

How I Use My Planner As A Memory Journal Looking for an easy, fun, and beautiful way to keep your life organized and create

40 Epic Family Fun Night Ideas 06/08/2020

Family nights are an amazing opportunity to spend quality time together. Here are 40 epic ideas for family fun night.

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40 Epic Family Fun Night Ideas Family nights are an amazing opportunity to spend quality time together. Here are 40 epic

Summer Squash Casserole 05/08/2020

This super simple, yummy casserole is made using seasoned, fresh from the garden zucchini and squash and a breaded topping. Summer squash casserole comes together quickly and tastes amazing.

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Summer Squash Casserole This super simple, yummy casserole is made using seasoned, fresh from the garden zucchini and

Cheesecake-Stuffed French Toast with Strawberries and Blueberries 04/08/2020

Craving an indulgent breakfast? This cheesecake-stuffed French toast may be the perfect combination–creamy cheesecake filling inside thick crusty bread, topped with sweet strawberry sauce and fresh blueberries and strawberries. Yum!

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https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/cheesecake-stuffed-french-toast-with-strawberries-and-blueberries/

Cheesecake-Stuffed French Toast with Strawberries and Blueberries Craving an indulgent breakfast? This cheesecake-stuffed French toast may be the perfect combination--creamy cheesecake filling

Patriotic Charcuterie Board 03/08/2020

Planning an Independence Day get-together, a Memorial Day cookout, or another patriotic celebration for a big crowd? This beautiful, patriotic charcuterie board is the perfect addition. It’s surprisingly quick and easy to assemble and looks amazing when complete!

FIND OUT HOW TO MAKE IT:
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Patriotic Charcuterie Board Planning an Independence Day get-together, a Memorial Day cookout, or another patriotic celebration for a big crowd? This beautiful, patriotic charcuterie board is the perfect addition.

10 Reasons Why The Outer Banks Should Be Your Next Vacation Getaway 02/08/2020

The Outer Banks of North Carolina is the ideal location for a beach getaway. It’s a quick drive for many locations on the east coast and offers something for everyone. Here are ten amazing reasons why you should consider an Outer Banks vacation.

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https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/10-reasons-why-you-should-visit-the-outer-banks-this-summer/

10 Reasons Why The Outer Banks Should Be Your Next Vacation Getaway The Outer Banks of North Carolina is the ideal location for a beach getaway. It's

24 Summer Bucket List Ideas 01/08/2020

Have you ever heard your kids complain that they have nothing to do? Each summer, my family works together to create a summer bucket list–a list of activities we would like to do together before the end of the summer.

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24 Summer Bucket List Ideas Have you ever heard your kids complain that they have nothing to do? Each summer,

Laundry Room Reveal 31/07/2020

The laundry room is a dreaded place for many busy moms. Why not make it a little happier? Check out this laundry room reveal to see how I transformed my laundry room from drab to fab in less than a week.

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Laundry Room Reveal The laundry room is a dreaded place for many busy moms. Why not make it

Make Your House Smell Incredible With These 10 Tips 30/07/2020

Have you ever walked into someone’s house and wondered what they do to make it smell so incredible all the time? With a house full of kids and pets, my home doesn’t always smell as fresh as I would like it to. Today, I’m sharing a few tricks and tips I’ve used over the years to rid my house of unpleasant odors and create a tranquil oasis that matches the season.

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Make Your House Smell Incredible With These 10 Tips Have you ever walked into someone's house and wondered what they do to make it

Blueberry Croissant Casserole with Lemon Glaze 29/07/2020

This blueberry croissant breakfast casserole is incredibly delicious and very easy to make. Croissants are topped with fresh blueberries and a cream cheese mixture. It is a perfect early summer breakfast or dessert.

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https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/blueberry-croissant-casserole-with-lemon-glaze/

Blueberry Croissant Casserole with Lemon Glaze This blueberry croissant breakfast casserole is incredibly delicious and very easy to make. Croissants are

28/07/2020

Help me pick some beach reads, y’all.

I picked up this book for our upcoming beach trip because what’s better than a book at the beach? This one seemed like a perfect fit—I love historical fiction with some romance thrown in.

I’m a fast reader. Like a book a day fast. Once I pick up a book I love, I have a hard time putting it down so I need some more ideas for books to take to the beach.

I’d love to hear your ideas. What are you currently reading? What are your favorite beach reads?

28/07/2020

These super simple but delicious cherry hand pies are made with only 5 easy ingredients and are ready to go in no time. They make a delicious afternoon snack or a weeknight dessert. They’re so simple kids can help with making them.

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https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/five-ingredient-cherry-hand-pies/

23/07/2020

This super cute, easy to make, and simple to decorate camping cake is the perfect addition to your next camping themed birthday party. Using a boxed cake mix, homemade frosting, and candies available at any grocery store, you can easily recreate this cake.

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https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/cute-and-simple-camping-cake/

22/07/2020

Crispy fried chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese combine to create this amazing chicken parmesan that is the perfect weekend dinner!

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https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/the-secret-to-the-most-amazing-chicken-parmesan/

21/07/2020

A perfect treat for summertime, this fresh-squeezed lemonade is easy and quick to make. Serve it cold over ice at barbecues, family functions, and even for a weeknight dinner.

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20/07/2020

Easy, slow-cooked, fork-tender pot roast with potatoes and carrots topped with brown gravy is a simple, delicious Sunday evening Crockpot dinner.

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https://gratefulthankfulmom.com/crockpot-pot-roast/