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6 Organization Tasks You Can Do in One Weekend

June 7, 2022

6 organization tasks you can do in one weekend

Tackling big organizing projects can feel really overwhelming, not just in choosing how to do it, but how to find the time and energy. However, there are many smaller organizing tasks you can complete during the weekend. There is no need to do this during the week when you already have enough on your plate. Choose a day or weekend when you have some time off, such as a long holiday weekend or ...

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5 Trending Patio Ideas for a Sensational Backyard Oasis

May 20, 2022

5 trending patio ideas for a sensational backyard oasis

Today I have 5 trending patio ideas to create an amazing backyard oasis for you and your family to enjoy all summer long. These are all affordable options as well, so keep reading knowing these products won't break the bank! Summer is almost here, the birds are chirping, grass is growing, flowers are blooming. You need to have a space to enjoy all the scenery, right? Here in Nashville, ...

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How Coloring as Self Care Can Help You Feel Better about Your Mental Health

May 9, 2022

coloring a mandala with markers

Mental Health is something that is getting a lot of good press lately, and I am here for it. As someone who has suffered for years of depression, anxiety, PTSD, even post-partum depression, I am so happy that companies are marketing how mental health is just as important as your physical health. Self care is so very important. As moms, you can feel yourself being stretched so thin. School, ...

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide to Make Her Feel Spoiled

May 3, 2022

mothers day gift guide

Mother's Day is such a special day for us. It's the perfect day to feel spoiled, loved, appreciated and so blessed. I have told my kids that I would love to plant a vegetable garden with them. And they each get to pick out one fruit and one vegetable that they will help me grow. I am so excited the boys are old enough to understand how important it is to take care of a garden. They realize they ...

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6 Best-Selling Swimsuits on Amazon that You will Feel GREAT in – and they Cost Under $35

April 27, 2022

best selling swimsuits under $35 on amazon

Hello, hello! Today I am sharing 6 of the Best-Selling swimsuits on Amazon that you can snag for less than $35. These are highly reviewed, star sellers, jaw dropping and affordable one pieces that you can get to your door before your next pool day or beach vacation. These are my top choices because they are flattering, pretty modest but still trendy and feminine. I added this first 2 ...

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What Moms REALLY Want for Mother’s Day

April 21, 2022

What moms really want for Mother's Day

It's a given that Moms are the glue that holds the family together. One of my favorite country singers, Luke Bryan, has a song that's called, "Most People are Good," and one of the verses is "most Mama's oughta qualify for sainthood." This really resonated with me, which inspired me to make this post about what Moms REALLY want for Mother's Day. It's not all breakfast in bed, handmade ...

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Free Coloring Pages Numbers 1-9

April 7, 2022

number coloring page printable pack

Hello, and happy April! Today I want to share with you some boredom busters. These are great for kids and adults! Coloring pages have gotten super popular in the last few years, especially with all the downtime we have had due to the pandemic. We have gotten quite a collection of printables, coloring books, markers, crayons, pencils and more over the years. Coloring is self-therapy. It's ...

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How to Live with a Chronic Illness

April 6, 2022

Ok. Truth time. Confession time. I have a chronic illness. I have CIDP, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. In simple terms, my body is attacking my nerves. Think of your nerves like an old school telephone cord (you know the curly ones you used to stretch to talk to your friend inside your closet for privacy). And the plastic coating on top of the cord is your myelin. My body is ...

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Affordable and Comfortable Mom-Friendly Swimsuits You Will Love

April 1, 2022

mom friendly swimsuits to shop for at American Eagle, Aerie

Hello, hello! Today I am sharing a round up of my favorite Mom-friendly swimsuits. Because sometimes you just need to suck it up and squeeze it all in. And enjoy your life. Your day. Your kids. Your husband. Your friends. And be confident in YOU. You are amazing, friend. You are beautiful. You are worthy. Wear the dang swim suit, Mama! Spring break has come and gone, and now it's time to get ...

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Best Spring Easter Dresses from Pink Lily You Will Love

March 16, 2022

Easter dresses collage from Pink Lily

Hello! Today I'm sharing my favorite dresses that are perfect for Easter or any formal Spring event - like baby showers, wedding showers, birthday brunch, etc. What I love about these dresses is that they are great for any size and their models are all sizes as well, so you can see how they would actually fit. I chose my favorites based on length, comfort, boob coverage, and free flowing-ness. ...

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Colorful Spring Trends to Shop

February 24, 2022

spring tops to shop for from Amazon

Hello, hello! Today I'm sharing all the colorful Spring trends I'm finding for you to shop. And, of course, they are great deals! Sales happen allllll the time, so if you see something you like here that I've linked, make sure to check Rakuten for cash back options, and Honey to see if there are any coupon codes you can use for your purchase. If you need more info how to use these browser ...

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Top Sales and Things I’m Loving this Week

February 19, 2022

new post announcement

Good Saturday morning, friends! I woke up early to catch up on email and decided to go shopping online instead. Woops. But that is because these President's Day sales are amazing! Lots of great deals to tell you about. First, how was your Valentine's Day? We had a nice quiet day and the boys got soooo much candy at their classroom parties. Sugar overload! John got me beautiful roses and ...

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5 EASY Superbowl Game Night Apps to Make

February 12, 2022

5 appetizers to make for Superbowl

Sunday is Superbowl if you didn't know! If you are a football fan or not, or are you just in it for the commercials? Or the halftime show? You gotta have some food to go along with it. I have a roundup of my top 5 favorite easy apps you can make and share with everyone. I am so excited to see the commercials this year. Every year actually. I heard on the news that one 30 second spot costs ...

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Weekly Recap and February Shopping Favorites

February 8, 2022

valentine's day gift ideas for kids

Hello, hello friends! I'm sharing my weekly recap with you and also my February Faves for shopping all the sales. We have been enjoying all the winter Olympic sports since they started a few days ago. The one that fascinates me so much is curling. They have this down to a science! Figure skating is obvious, but it makes me nervous they won't stick their landing. My stomach is in knots the whole ...

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Weekly Round Up of Top Sales and Valentine’s Day Deals

January 28, 2022

valentine's day decor

Here is my weekly round up of some of my favorite sales, Valentine's Day deals and trends I'm excited to share with you all! There are lots of winter sales happening, and home refresh sales. Spring is just around the corner and lots of new arrivals to check out. Valentine's Day is also a top trending search this week as it's only a couple of weeks away. Even Kroger, where we do our grocery ...

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Meet Jackie

Hello! I'm a wife, mom of 2 boys, coffee and wine lover who lives in the Nashville, TN area. After growing up in Chicago and moving to St. Louis for 6 years, we decided that Music City was our new home! I have a neurological illness, called CIDP, that has turned my life upside down, and I have created this blog to have a little spot on the internet to share with you my life as a busy mama who loves to shop, eat, drink & be merry! So grab a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, and enjoy your time with me here at One Top Knot Mama. Cheers, friend!

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Five years ago today — January 6, 2021 — I was lay Five years ago today — January 6, 2021 — I was laying in bed with my two little boys, just 4 and 8 years old, and we watched something unfold on TV that I never imagined they’d see in their childhood.

I can still remember the way the room felt.
Heavy. Confusing. Quiet in a way that didn’t feel safe.

They kept asking me questions I didn’t know how to answer — questions no child should have to ask about their own country. And while I tried to be calm and reassuring, inside I felt scared… heartbroken… and honestly, a little shattered.

That day changed something in me as a mom.

It made me realize how fragile things can be.
How quickly “normal” can feel uncertain.
How much our kids absorb — even when we wish they wouldn’t.

Five years later, my boys are older — and so much more aware of the world around them. We’ve had countless conversations about kindness, respect, truth, and what it means to do the right thing when it’s hard.

And even though that day still stings when I think about it… I also carry something else alongside it:

Hope.

Hope in the helpers and the peacemakers.
Hope in raising boys who choose empathy over anger.
Hope in the quiet strength of ordinary people who believe in better.

I can’t erase what we saw.
But I can teach them how to respond to a world that isn’t always gentle — with compassion, courage, and integrity.

Here’s to raising kids who heal what’s broken instead of adding to the damage… who stand for good… and who know that the future is something we hold — and protect — together. 💛
🧀Holiday Whipped Feta Dip - recipe @corrigansister 🧀Holiday Whipped Feta Dip - recipe @corrigansisters 

I've been saving this recipe for something fancy - Sweatpants, wine and a puzzle to ring in 2026! 

Incredible, so easy and tasty!

I used our magic bullet and it turned out better than I thought.

(Recipe link in stories)

#holidayrecipes #whippedfetadip #newyearsevefood #partydip #easyrecipesathome
Day #472 of Elf on the Shelf - Rummage through you Day #472 of Elf on the Shelf - Rummage through your craft bin and something will pop out and give you an idea!

Googly eyes for the win!

#easyelfontheshelfideas #elfontheshelf2025 #funnyelf #lazyelfontheshelf elfontheshelfideas elfontheshelf cleverelf
All is calm....-ish.😜 We're in the home stretch, All is calm....-ish.😜

We're in the home stretch, parents!

I know it feels stressful right now. But your kids make all the hardwork to make the magic worthwhile. Love on them. Enjoy the crazy. Soak in the chaos. Perfection is boring!

#momlife #christmastime #holidayvibes #parenting #parentingtips
Elf on the Shelf ideas: fake bugs in a tub! #elfo Elf on the Shelf ideas: fake bugs in a tub!

#elfontheshelf2025 #elfontheshelf #funnyelf #parentingtips #momlife
🚽🧻Skibidi toilet had to be one of the days for #el 🚽🧻Skibidi toilet had to be one of the days for #elfontheshelf ...dop dop dop yes yes 🤦‍♀️

The boys loved it! (Inside I'm screaming...yes yes)

#parentingtweens #skibiditoilet
Day 9: Taco Tuesday!!! "It's Raining Tacos from ou Day 9: Taco Tuesday!!! "It's Raining Tacos from out of the sky!!" 🎼🎵🌮🌮🌮

#itsrainingtacos #elfontheshelf #elfontheshelf2025
Sorry, Chiefs. Please get it together.🤦‍♀️ #elfon Sorry, Chiefs. Please get it together.🤦‍♀️

#elfontheshelf #elfontheshelf2025 #funnyelf @chiefs @elfontheshelf
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