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Labor Day in Missouri


We left Thursday night and spent the weekend in Andrew’s hometown of Joplin, Missouri.  I tried to come up with a few catchy titles for today’s post…Carb Fest 2013 came to mind, as well as The Weekend I Ate My Weight in Tortilla Chips or possibly That Time We Stayed in our PJs until 1:00 PM…but I settled on Labor Day in Missouri instead.
The kids had Meet the Teacher Night at School, so we didn’t leave our house until 7:00 PM which got us to Missouri at 1:30 AM.  Yikes!  We were TIRED!

My sweet girl heading out for her long car trip.

Smith sang his guts out as he watched his Avenger movie.  Apparently, there is an Avenger theme song and this boy knows all the lyrics!

We woke up and headed to our favorite store/lunch spot Sandstone Gardens.  We had a yummy lunch and then bought a few things for the new house.

PawPaw and Smith were being silly smelling the fancy soaps.

This kid loves flowers!  She is my flower child!

After lunch, we headed to one of my favorite Joplin spots, this fun old-fashioned candy house!

Of course I bought toffee!  Did you read Bar #2 yesterday?  I am a toffee obsessed girl!
We had Mexican food for dinner and headed to see the Webb City Cardinals play their first football game of the season (Andrew’s high school).

It was warm in the stands but we had fun!

This picture sums up the evening…lots of people, lots of pizza, and lots of Gatorade.

He had so much fun watching the game!

The next morning, we stayed in our pjs around the Shull farm until 1:00.  I read 3 magazines and pinned a ton of new fall things on Pinterest.  Then Kensington brought over my i-Pad with the Christmas music app blaring because she said she thought a little Christmas music would make my reading more enjoyable.  And you know what…she was right :).
We headed into town and looked around the mall.  Being the fun grandma that she is, Cheryll rented one of these shopping carts for Smith.

I love my girl!

Fun times at the Joplin Mall

And then I ended my night watching college football and eating a peanut butter brownie.  So wonderful!

We drove home yesterday and the kids didn’t sleep one wink.  They were so great in the car just watching movies and talking.  But at 7:00 pm, Smith asked for a hot dog, and then I found him like this…sound asleep.  His fun weekend wore him out!

Sweet girl was tired too!
Thanks Steve and Cheryll!  We had a great Labor Day Weekend with you!
OK people…get excited!!!  I have two fun things to tell you this Monday!!
First…

starts TODAY!  I have your suggested menu for the week up and ready over on my foodie blog!  I’m trying to simplify your life a little bit.  Click here to check it out!
And second, my friend the Workout Mama is giving away one free online bootcamp spot!  I’ve signed up for this and you should too!  She’ll help motivate you and give you a suggested workout plan (that doesn’t require a gym or fancy equipment) to get you ready for the holiday season.
Good luck!!
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Have a great Labor Day!

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Comments

  2. Tara G. says

    My friend and I met near Joplin last fall with our oldest girls at a B and B- it was a pretty drive from Little Rock. I think it's great you're within driving distance…we are the closest we've ever been to our families at 14.5 hours.

  3. Danielle says

    I used to go to a bootcamp when we lived in the states. I recently moved to Bangkok (this summer) and don't get to go to the gym! Would love the spot in the online bootcamp so I can continue working out!!

  8. Jennifer Cannon says

    I love the pictures from the weekend!
    I would love to win the bootcamp! This girl has some thighs she wants to.get rid of!

  11. Victoria Adma says

    Your weekend in Joplin sounds fun, relaxing, and wonderful that you were able to spend it with family. It's making me miss mine (25 car ride away)! I am headed to PR for a wedding in November and need to drop some weight before then. Looking forward to the online bootcamp!

  12. Christy says

    I would love to win the online bootcamp. I joined a running group to help keep me motivated but the bootcamp would be an awesome addition.

  13. Jenna {Real Simple Girl} says

    What a fun Labor Day Weekend! Joplin looks like a neat town. After all the good food this weekend, an online boot camp sounds perfect!

  14. aprilparrish says

    Looks like lots of fun this weekend with the family. Enjoy your Labor Day, Fall is just around the corner! 🙂

  15. Cheryl says

    I love that you visited Andrew's parents in Missouri…..I'm from Missouri but the opposite end of the state…….so interesting that Andrew graduated from Webb City….that place is a football mecca….I know they have won tons of state titles…..is the farm in Joplin but in Webb City school district?

  16. Britni says

    I've never tried an online style workout program, but have been hearing/seeing them so much lately that I would love to give it a try!!

  18. Anonymous says

    I would love to win the online bootcamp. I've recently tried a bootcamp class at the gym but felt defeated when I couldn't keep up with the others in the class. I think online would be a better option for me until I get into better shape.

  19. Anonymous says

    I would love to win this because it is hard for me to workout at a gym because of my schedule. It will give me motivation to get in shape!

    Annie Cox

  20. Carrington says

    That picture of Smith singing in the car is just precious!! And Kensington is just beautiful! Y'all looked like you had a wonderful trip!!

  22. Kristen Sass says

    I would love to win the online boot camp. As a stay at home mom (on a budget) of two young kids, finding the time to go to the gym is nearly impossible. This would be a great way for me to get my work out in!

  23. Mix and Match Mama says

    I bought that necklace years ago at a little boutique. As for Kensington's headboard, I bought it at a small store on our town square.

  25. Mary says

    I would love to win the online boot camp! I need to start working out more regularly and now that my kids are both in college, I might have some time!

  26. Mary says

    I would love to win the online boot camp! I need to start working out more regularly and now that my kids are both in college, I might have some time!

  28. Jen says

    I would love to win because I have been struggling with some weight gain over the past 6 months due to stress eating. We have had a major upheaval in my family due to a mental illness and it has been really hard to focus my priorities and workout everyday. I am hoping this will help!

  30. Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says

    Looks like you had a nice Labor Day weekend!! I'm going to have to check out your menu planning post b/c menu planning is one of my least favorite things to do each week. And I totally need to win the online boot camp to get off the last 5 lbs of baby weight! 🙂

  31. amy brennfleck says

    I want to do Tamara's bootcamp because I stay motivated by knowing that other people are working out too alongside me.

  32. Adie Tate says

    I have a goal of losing 35lbs by my 35th birthday and have only lost 10lbs so far, so I need all the help I can get!

  34. Megan says

    I need the online boot camp! I had baby #2 in January and am nowhere close to being back to my old self!!

  36. Angie says

    I would love to win the bootcamp!! I could use a kick in the pants right now… I'm good about sticking to plans… I just need a good one to follow! Thanks for the opportunity! 🙂

  40. Anonymous says

    I would love to win the boot camp – I'm studying exercise science and I want to be a healthier "me"! 🙂

    -Heather

  41. Aubrey says

    Fun times in WC! I love seeing Steve and Cheryll with the kiddos. They obviously LOVE being grandparents. Hugs to you all!

  43. Amanda Garcia says

    I would love to do the online boot camp with the Workout Mama and the Mix and Match Mama! 🙂 Maybe then I could partake even more in all these yummy bundt cakes I've been making for friends and family!

  44. alisha thompson says

    I would love to win this online boot camp because I feel like I'm in the right frame of mind to start working toward a healthier me. This is something that would keep me motivated and accountable. It would be a blessing for sure.

  45. Sabrina says

    I love the concept of the online bootcamp! I'd love to try it out!!

    Looks like y'all had a great weekend! 🙂

  46. Toby says

    I would love to win this! I used to do bootcamp where i live but now that I am returning to Nursing school and my four year olds start PS this year, money is tight. What an awesome giveaway!!

  48. Christi Olson says

    I would love to win the online boot camp! I attended at boot camp for years with a neighbor. We were accountable to each other. I've since moved and need to get back into the routine. Thank you for the opportunity!

  51. Jill says

    I want to win the bootcamp because after one month of Insanity I could use a change up…need to be motivated now that my workout friend is back to work this fall.

  53. A. Giba says

    I would love to win this boot camp so it can help me learn new ideas/workouts to get into shape.

  54. Karen says

    I would love to do this along with you since we have a mutual friend on FB. Plus I need something to kick my butt and I like competition!

    God Bless your sweet family as you follow HIS lead in adopting!

  56. Kylie says

    I'd love to win the bootcamp! Great way to stay motivated before & during the holidays! Thanks for the giveaway Shay! 🙂

  57. Kelly says

    September is the perfect time to kickoff a new workout routine The online bootcamp would be a great way to do that.

  58. Jessi | Minnesota Mrs. says

    A Christmas music app??? There is such a thing? I have a pandora station but what is the app? Game changer!

  61. Elaine~ Honey Pie Accessories says

    I live two hours from Joplin and have always wanted to go to that decor store!!! I have to make it a point to go! And, that candy store- yum!!!! I need to win bootcamp b/c I just had my 3rd baby girl!

  63. Anna says

    I have never tried an online boot camp before. I think this would be a great change in my workout routine! Thanks!

  66. Anonymous says

    This busy mama would LOVE to win the online bootcamp!
    Would be great to have fun workouts at home!
    Here's hoping…..

  67. Amanda Hain says

    Looks like you had a great weekend with family…the best kind! 🙂 I would love to try the online boot camp!

  68. Brenna says

    I'd loooove to win a spot in the online bootcamp because 1) bootcamp is so hard and sooo good and 2) i need the accountability! it would be a great chance to try something new with a great group of people and commit myself to it 🙂

  69. Brenna says

    I'd loooove to win a spot in the online bootcamp because 1) bootcamp is so hard and sooo good and 2) i need the accountability! it would be a great chance to try something new with a great group of people and commit myself to it 🙂

  72. Mary Elizabeth Gregory says

    Oh my goodness, I could use this as motivation to stay in shape after bathing suit season is over!

  73. Jaren says

    Looks like y'all had fun this weekend! I really thought about joining the online boot camp and would love to win it!

  74. Rachel C says

    I would love to do an online bootcamp…. I just finished one and was looking for another! Thanks Shay.

  82. Anonymous says

    I hate going to the gym and would love to win this for motivation!! Sarah Chandler (sarahrchandler@gmail.com)

  87. Mandi B says

    I am a stay at home mama and am in desperate need of doing something to get this weight off! I need help and motivation.

  90. Casey says

    I would love to win the online boot camp. i have been really trying to get back into shape but i am needing some help. i think the online bootcamp would be such an awesome help!

  91. Ansleighsmom says

    Happy labor day I would love to do bootcamp to ramp up my workouts even more! I love a good competition!

  92. Ansleighsmom says

    I love a good competiton and this would be great for my workout plan going into the holidays!

  93. Barksdale Blessings says

    I would love to win the online boot camp to jump start me getting back into my workout routine! I do not have a gym membership since we moved and would love to try this out at home!

  94. Ansleighsmom says

    Happy labor day I would love to do bootcamp to ramp up my workouts even more! I love a good competition!

  95. Dena says

    I would LOVE to win something like this! I need to get motivated somehow and this just might do it!

  100. Alison says

    I would love to win! We just adopted our second child , he's four weeks old, and I need to get moving… around his schedule. 🙂

  102. Rachel Brown says

    Great pics from your fun weekend! I would love to win the boot camp because it would be just the motivation I need to get through the year and stick to my goals!

  103. Rachel Brown says

    Great pics from your fun weekend! I would love to win the boot camp because it would be just the motivation I need to get through the year and stick to my goals!

  104. L.A. says

    I'd love to win the online bootcamp! I'm a military momma with a deployed hubby and it's HARD to get to the gym! I'd love to be able to do this at home and look smokin' when my hubby comes home! 😉

  105. Kimberly says

    I would love to win the online bootcamp spot because I had my first baby two months ago and I need some help losing the baby weight. Thank you for the chance to win!

  106. Kimberly says

    I would love to win the online bootcamp spot because I had my first baby two months ago and I need some help losing the baby weight. Thank you for the chance to win!

  107. Whitney says

    So, I am convinced that this workout would be great for me to keep in shape and tone up!
    I am a First Grade teacher and super busy! But, I know this workout would be perfect for my schedule!!
    Would love the chance to win a free entry!
    I read both of your blogs every day and I love your passions for Jesus, life and everything fun! 🙂

  108. Mandy says

    I was actually in Joplin at the same time and possibly at the mall at the same time as well! Too funny. My close friends just moved back there to plant a new church on the south side of town. Drove by the crazy Webb City football game as well! Hope y'all had fun!

  110. Krista says

    I just looked through your Fall Pinterest board and you did pin a lot!! I am going to decorate for fall this weekend and wanted to get some inspiration. Looking through your board got me excited about making delicious recipes and beautiful decorations, hopefully I can stick to my tight budget for it!

    Thanks!

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