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Four Simple Ways to Surprise the Busy Mom in Your Life

June 14, 2019 By Paula 44 Comments

Whether they stay at home, work part-time or have a full-time job, all moms are busy. The stresses of managing life while caring for children can be overwhelming at times, and most moms agree that they could really use a break! If you’re looking for a simple yet special way to surprise an important mother in your life, here are four ideas to make their life a little easier and their day a little brighter.

Order Food Delivery

Sometimes, making dinner feels impossible at the end of a tough and tiring day. One great way to surprise a busy mom is by using a food delivery service, such as Foodora, to have a fresh, hot meal sent right to their front door. Food delivery allows you to provide a tasty dinner without having to make or deliver it yourself. Be sure to order enough for everyone in the family, and take note of any allergies or special dietary needs.

Pay for a Sitter

All moms need some time to themselves, whether it’s to catch up on appointment, relax and unwind or simply grocery shop on their own. Hire a babysitter for a few hours to give her the alone time she desperately needs. Be sure to make payment arrangements ahead of time.

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Hire a Maid for the Day

Cleaning is a constant task for mothers, from laundry to dishes to sweeping the floors. Most moms would welcome a break from the mess, as well as the cleaning. Hiring a maid for a few hours can give her the chance to use that time for something she enjoys, all while still getting the house clean. Be sure to ask for a list of what would help her the most so that you can prioritize according to the amount of time you have scheduled.

Schedule an In-Home Massage

Many moms put themselves last and neglect to care for their bodies and minds like they need to. While a trip to the spa could be a welcome respite, scheduling a sitter to watch the kids could be a problem. If that’s the case, schedule an in-home massage from a trustworthy company so she can enjoy a professional treatment at home while the kids are asleep.

Take the time to treat the special moms in your life with a practical and helpful gift of support. Just a small, thoughtful gesture can go a long way in giving them the boost they need to keep persevering as a mother. They deserve the encouragement and the break!

Save $$$ With This Mother’s Day Special Offer from Mama’s Jewelry

April 23, 2018 By Paula 7 Comments

Give Mom the gift she deserves and save $$$ with this Mother’s Day special offer from Mama’s Jewelry!

Moms work hard 365 days a year, so give her the gift she deserves this Mother’s Day. With the exquisite collection of mothers rings from Mama’s Jewelry and the Mother’s Day special offer below, you’ can make this the most unforgettable Mother’s Day ever! Each time she looks at the beautiful ring on her finger, puts on her stunning earrings, or is asked about her gorgeous necklace, she’ll remember just how much she’s loved.

Mama’s Jewelry has been designing rings and pendants for moms for 30 years. The company is committed to creating exceptional mothers pendants, rings, and earrings at affordable prices. A key benefit to shopping with them is their fast turnaround times. Most orders for mothers rings and pendants are able to be sent out within 3 to 5 days, reaching you about a week later. If you’re shopping at the last minute, Mama’s Jewelry will take care of you and ensure that you get a custom made item that looks like it took months to make! If they wouldn’t give it to their loved ones, they won’t send it to you!

Mama’s Jewelry has a Mother’s Day special offer for you!

Get $10 off their already low prices (minimum purchase $59) when you use code MAMAS10 at checkout. Gold, sterling silver, platinum, and diamond jewelry with a lifetime warranty on every piece. From the thickness of the shank to the quality of the stones and the way they are set a great deal of thought goes into the process of designing their rings, pendants, and bracelets.

Cricut Anniversary Sale! Hurry These Deals End 4/24

April 19, 2018 By Paula 2 Comments

Get ready for summer break!!
Get your Cricut DIY cutting machine and supplies now.

This week, Cricut is launching its Anniversary Sale featuring 40% off accessories and cutting materials (excludes bulk, bundles, new) and EasyPress bundles up to $130 off MSRP! Plus during the Cricut Anniversary Sale, Cricut.com is offering Free Economy Shipping (US & Canada) on orders $99+ with code ANNIVERSARY. Be sure to take advantage of these great savings and get stocked up for all those summer projects!

A cutting machine can make quick work of craft projects, such as decals, stickers, signs and cards. The Cricut Explore Air™ 2 is the cutting machine to get for a beginner. The software is easy to use, it cuts beautifully, and it has a great store of projects and images. Cricut sells the best bundles of accessories that you’d otherwise need to buy separately. Cricut offers several machines with the Cricut Explore® family machine starting at just $134.99.

Introducing the brand-new Cricut EasyPress™

Cricut EasyPress eliminates the guesswork and inconsistency of applying iron-on. Get professional iron-on results in 60 seconds or less. An evenly heated plate and simple controls make EasyPress™ the foolproof way to get flawless transfers that really last. Get the most value for your dollar with the EasyPress™ + Everything Iron-on Bundle.

Don’t forget Father’s Day and Mother’s Day are coming soon! Get your materials from Cricut NOW and make the perfect DIY gift for Dad and Mom.

Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas + $300 MyGiftStop Giveaway ~ Closed

April 4, 2018 By Paula 14 Comments

MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY

Enter to Win a $300 Gift Card to MyGiftStop.com

I am excited to partner with MyGiftStop.com on this $300 Mother’s Day Gift Away Campaign. It’s so cool that they are going to help one lucky winner with their last-minute shopping! Check out My Gift Stop this Mother’s Day for brand name sunglasses, handbags, shoes, watches, jewelry, perfume, and more. You will find amazing prices and returns are made easy.

About

My Gift Stop has set out to provide you with a comfortable, smart and easy solution to finding last minute gifts for friends and family or great deals for yourself! My Gift Stop is an online shop that offers luxury items for both men and women. Plus, they are dedicated to giving back to society by donating 5% of every sale to the great people at Direct Relief. Each purchase helps those affected by poverty or struck by disasters to improve both their health and their lives.

These days our schedules seem busier and it is common for things to slip our mind here and there. Many things can be forgotten, especially before a holiday season as we rush to finish up before we’re off to spend well deserved time with loved ones and friends – forgetting a gift can happen! This is where My Gift Shop comes in! They have made it their mission to offer you “present peace of mind!” last minute!

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Here are some gift ideas that you’ll be able to get for Mom on The Gift Stop site. There’s over $800 in savings just on these few items!

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Grab the AfterShokz AS600MSG Trekz Titanium Mini wireless bone-conduction open ear slate gray and black headphones that are designed with athletes in mind. Headphones have dual noise-canceling microphones to exclude surrounding noise, effectively enhancing speech and LeakSlayer technology significantly reduces natural sound leakage. The AfterShokz bone conduction technology delivers music through your cheekbones, ensuring ears remain completely open to hear ambient sounds and OpenFit design ensures maximum situational awareness and comfort during long-term wear. Also, feature a lightweight and flexible titanium wraparound headband for durability and portability. PremiumPitch+ guarantees a premium audio experience, including wide dynamic range and rich bass, Wireless Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity and convenient multipoint pairing, IP55 certified to repel sweat, dust and moisture, from workouts to wicked weather, enjoy six hours of continuous music + calls on a single charge, and more.

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CONTEST ENDS ON MAY 13, 2018

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Yummy Raspberry and Banana Nut Mini Muffin Recipes + Pan Review

January 23, 2018 By Paula 3 Comments

Perfect for holidays, parties, and any occasion or non-occasion these recipes are foundations that can be built upon with countless variations. Switch up fruits, fats, flours – the possibilities are endless. If time and waistline permitted, I could wake up every morning to the smell of fresh muffins baking in the oven, especially these yummy muffins!

Raspberry Muffins Recipe

Muffins packed with raspberries and topped with coarse sugar crystals – a delightful breakfast treat. Raspberries are my absolute favorites, but you could easily adapt this recipe with your favorite fruit, or toss in some nuts for a completely different taste and texture.

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/3 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
Additional sugar

Directions

Combine flour and baking powder; set aside.
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar.
Add eggs; mix well.
Combine milk and vanilla; add to creamed mixture alternately with flour mixture.
Fold in the raspberries.
Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full.
Sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 375° for 15 – 25 minutes or until center of muffin springs back when lightly touched.

Banana Nut Muffins Recipe

This is a pretty simple recipe for easy Banana Nut Muffins. They come out perfect: soft and dense. Loaded with banana flavor, thanks to the overripe bananas and plenty of nuts for crunch. I make these banana nut muffins often. They go together quickly and disappear just as fast.

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup shortening
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 – 1 1/2 cups mashed very ripe bananas
1/4 – 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Makes 48 Mini Muffins

Directions

Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In a large bowl, beat shortening and sugar.
Add eggs (1 at a time) and milk; smooth after each addition.
Add flour mixture and bananas alternately; smooth after each addition.
Fold in the nuts.
Fill greased two-thirds full.
Sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 350° for 15 – 25 minutes or until center of muffin springs back when lightly touched.
Loaf Pan 50 – 65 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of loaf comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes

Here’s the pan that I used to make these cute little muffins!

Make Fun Bite Sized Treats with the Grazia® Silicone MINI Muffin Pan!

Grazia® Silicone 24 Cup MINI Muffin Pan:

100% Pure Food Grade Silicone & FDA Approved
High Quality Construction & Manufactured in Socially Compliant Facility
Safely use in the Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, or Freezer
Heat Resistant to 450 Degrees Farenheit
No Stick No Mess No nothing – Once you try it you won’t go back to the Rusted Old Metal Pan

My Thoughts

I used my tried and true banana nut bread recipe to test the Grazia Silicone MINI Muffin Pan. It is recommended that you place the silicone pan on a baking tray. It fit perfectly on my 9×13 cookie sheet. I mixed up my batter, placed it in a glass measuring cup, and poured it into each muffin cup. After 18 minutes my mini banana muffins were done. The muffins browned nicely and popped right out without any sticking.

Success! Everyone loved the moist bite-sized muffins! No more dry, sugar, and preservative laden ones from a bag for my family. I can’t wait to use my new Grazia Silicone MINI Muffin Pan to make several different varieties of mini muffin bites for everyone at our next family get together.

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