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Favorite Holiday Decor

December 6, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, y'all! The tree is up, some presents are wrapped, Christmas music is on the radio, and everything just feels so magical this time of year. Today I want to share some of my favorite holiday decor with you. Bottle brush trees I am very particular when it … Continue reading Favorite Holiday Decor

Gift Ideas for a Child on the Spectrum

December 2, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

Our seven year old son, Koby, has been diagnosed with high functioning autism. Sometimes it can be difficult to determine what to buy others for the holidays, especially a child that is on the spectrum. Understand that these ideas will not be the same for each autistic child because every child has different needs. For … Continue reading Gift Ideas for a Child on the Spectrum

A Grateful Heart

November 25, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

Every Thanksgiving I have every intention on taking pictures and lots of 'em. Pictures of our loved ones and the meal that we are sharing together. But sadly, each year I seem to take less and less. I want to be able to look back on the memories and remember the smell of the food, … Continue reading A Grateful Heart

Life Lately

November 22, 2017July 15, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

Why is it that time really starts to get away from you during the holidays? BAM... it's Jordan's birthday then BAM, it's already Thanksgiving and you turn around and there's Christmas. On Friday we celebrated Jordan's birthday with balloons and cheesecake. My aunt and her son, Aaron, are visiting from out of town so the … Continue reading Life Lately

Happy 29th Birthday

November 17, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

Dear Jordan, Today as you turn another year older, I want you to know how forever grateful I am to be your wife. You are our provider and always do whatever needs to be done to assure that our family is taken care of-- you are a prime example of what the Bible tells us … Continue reading Happy 29th Birthday

Favorite Thanksgiving Dishes

November 15, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

It's hard to believe that next week is Thanksgiving! We all have a favorite dish or two, so today I'm going to share my favorites with you. We have at least four different Thanksgiving dinners to attend each year. My grandfathers, my mother-in-laws, Jordan's aunts, and our church dinner. My favorite dishes are green bean … Continue reading Favorite Thanksgiving Dishes

Our Family Gift Guide

November 15, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

Christmas is right around the corner! This year I'm sharing the things that are on our wish lists. Klara's List 1. Easel 2. Baby Alive 3. Hatchimal Colleggtibles 4. Peppa Pig Castle 5. Calico Critters Cozy Cottage 6. Calico Critters Sweetpea Rabbit family 7. Tangled movie 8. Vampirina toys Koby's List 1. Elephant and Piggie … Continue reading Our Family Gift Guide

Happy Monday

November 13, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

It's Monday again and today starts a special week for us-- it's BIRTHDAY WEEK for Jordan! Any other year I would have already had presents bought, wrapped, and a cake ordered to pick up on Friday, but this year has been a little different for us financially. We have one income, three children, and a … Continue reading Happy Monday

Veterans Day

November 11, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

Today and every day I am so thankful for those who have courageously served our country, those who are currently serving, and those who will make sacrifices for our freedom in the future. We do not know them all, but we owe them all. Thank you for being our heroes!

Favorite Mom Moments

November 10, 2017January 9, 2021 ~ themotivatedmamablog ~ Leave a comment

Today for Friday Favorites I am going to let you in on some of my favorite mom moments. Without any doubt whatsoever, being a mom is the greatest blessing of all. I am so proud of my children and their accomplishments. Koby His kindergarden graduation was one of the most emotional moments I have experienced … Continue reading Favorite Mom Moments

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