In other news, for the last 3 years, my friend Mel has done this 40 bags in 40 days challenge for Lent. She removes 40 trash bags worth of stuff from her house and either donates it or throws it out. Last year when she did it, we had just moved into the rent house and therefore I had freshly purged…but this year, right before we move again (woohoo!), I decided to participate too!
And don’t forget! It’s Meal Planning Monday! Click here to see my meals for the week.
And it’s the last week before St. Patrick’s Day! Click here to see my yummy St, Paddy’s Day treats!
Enjoy your Monday!
Aubrey says
Nothing says classy like a bowling alley birthday! We had a bowling party when Ella turned three. 🙂
Liz says
Looks like your dad had a great birthday! Is bowling cutthroat in your family? It is with mine. We can't bowl to save our lives but have a great time trying to out-bowl with our limited bowling knowledge.
And I need to check out your friend's blog as I'm moving in May! We volunteered at a food pantry last week that provides clothing for children and they were low on donations, thanks to this freeeeeeezing winter. I already have my eye on some pieces in my children's closet that I know they longer wear.
Blue-Eyed Bride says
What a fun celebration for your dad! Now I want to take my kids bowling! And oh my. You know I love a good purge session. I don't think I'm ready for 40 bags just yet (we purged a ton during our move at of Nana's house) but I could definitely purge a lot of stuff!
Kelly says
Shay,
I don't know if you have ever watched The Little Couple on TLC, but you should watch their premire episode from last week. They went to pick up their little girl from India and I cried the whole show and thought of you!
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
Your hair is so sooooooooooooooc ute! I love it so much! About the 40 bags thing…I'm pretty sure I could fill 140 bags, but Carter might stroke out.
Tab & Erika says
I know you're purging "bags"…but when I saw the title of this post I totally thought it was going to be all about spring purses!! hahaha!
Nicole says
Definetly doing the 40 bag challenge! I have started my spring cleaning do this is just in time!!! Thanks 🙂
Narci says
I love the 40 bags–such a great idea! And, I love that the Smith had so much fun at the Bowling Alley–it totally is a boy thing! 😉
Melissa H. says
Thanks so much for the link to the 40 bags blog! I have needed to get organized but have been overwhelmed in how to make it happen. I just copied her printable and read her tips. So helpful and encouraging!
Liz/happymommy says
Such cute pictures from bowling, looks like SO much fun!!! And I LOVE your new haircut…so super cute!!!
Taylor and Robin says
Ahhh! One of my friends told me about 40 bags last year and I totally forgot about it – thanks for bringing it up! Now that it's feeling a little like spring, I've been in spring cleaning mode, so I guess I should go for it full force…especially since we're moving back to the States in a few months. Our Scottish flat is only about 1000 square feet – how did we accumulate so much stuff over the past 3 1/2 years?!
Elaine Welte says
I love the 40 bags idea!!!
Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says
What a fun bday party! Looks like a lot of fun! I love the 40 bags – saw it on Mel's blog and love the idea!
mommydontplay says
I always slightly cringe when someone suggests bowling! We actually went a few weeks ago, amd my husband made the mistake of winning a stuffed animal for a daughter…..he then perceeded to waste $10 trying to win one for each of the other kids that went with us!
Kate at Green Fashionista says
You guys looked too cute all matching.. however I'm going to have to side with your husband on his gear. Pinstripes for life 😉
Jamie Ross says
Love your cute family! What a great idea to get 40 bags full of stuff to donate. I know we could do that for sure. I love your blog! 🙂
Amy Flemister says
It looks like you and your family had a wonderful weekend! You're a force to be reckoned with on the bowling alley! 🙂 I stink at bowling, and my family LOVES to go! haha
Cathy F says
LOVE the 40 bags in 40 days idea!!
mel @ the larson lingo says
How fun that your Dad had a bowling party! We had a bowling birthday party for Kevin's dad last year. I love that you all wore Boston Red Sox shirts! Happy Birthday Papa Jay!
And, so glad you are doing 40 bags in 40 days! Thanks for linking to me…so glad more people are going to purge their houses 🙂
Jaren says
My kids LOVE bowling!! My daughter had her friend birthday party there last year for Kindergarten. They had so much fun, and it was sooo easy!
I love the 40 bags idea. I need to do some major purging since I have to make room for another baby this summer…4 bedrooms and I already feel like I'm out of room.
Anonymous says
What a great family night out and to celebrate a birthday! Where did you get your Boston shirt? I'm a die hard fan and I would love something just like that:)