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Friday Favorites: Anniversary Edition


Happy Friday!  Just like every Friday, I’m linking up today with my girls Narci, Erika and Andrea and bringing you my favorite things from this week.
Today is an extra special Friday because as of today, I’ve been this guy’s wife for 11 years…
…awwwww!  Eleven years ago today, I said “I do” to this sweet guy and it was the best decision I’ve ever made.   Our marriage isn’t without it’s ups and downs but seriously, he makes being married to him pretty darn easy.  I love you Andrew Shull.
Okay…enough mushy business…that is my #1 favorite thing this week…and here are a few more…
I had the sweet pictures Narci took of my kiddos turned into canvases for my kitchen.  This just makes me smile.

When I’m walking this direction, I can see my babies’ faces all the way down the hallway.  This is one of my favorite things in my house.

This week, a friend connected me to another friend here in my town…a sweet mama of twins who blogs.  My new friend Meredith’s blog Twin Talk is for mamas with twins…and it’s adorable (plus really informative!). I thought all of you other twin moms out there will love checking out Twin Talk too.  When you’re raising littles at home, it’s good to stay connected with other mamas like yourself.  You can’t have too many supportive and loving people in this world.
You can also find Twin Talk on Instagram and Facebook too.

Speaking of sweet people who are my favorites this week…
…back in January, I posted this pic of Ashby and Smith baking.  Well, Erika had given us these aprons last year and sweet Honey Pie Accessories noticed that Ashby was wearing Kensington’s (because she doesn’t have one) and sent me one for Ashby.  How sweet is that?!

How sweet is this apron?  It’s perfect for our sweet girl.
Thank you so much Honey Pie Accessories!

On Monday, I talked about books and oh goodness…you ladies had so many suggestions for me!  I started writing down what I should be reading next…
…and had to stop myself after eight books.  If you love a good book, you should go back now to my book post and read through the comments.  There are just so many good suggestions!  Thank you so much to everyone who commented and shared their favorite reads!  I cannot wait to start reading off of my list!
Also, several of you asked if I had a Goodreads account…and I did not…but now, I do :).  You can view my Goodreads account here.  Happy reading!

And speaking of great suggestions…on Tuesday, I blogged about my favorite makeup products and you ladies once again offered so many great suggestions for makeup!
This is another great post to go back to and read through the comments.  I love that my readers love books and makeup as much as I do :).  You can see that post here.
This weekend for dinner, you should make this…
…my Crispy Chicken with Poblano Sauce.  My kids loved, my hubby loved it, I loved it…I think you’ll love it too!
Okay…I’m off to celebrate my anniversary tonight!  I hope you have fun plans this weekend.  See you Monday!
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  3. Anonymous says

    Just commenting for the first time today because I thought it was funny that I am enjoying Friday night in Sydney, Australia and happen to catch your early morning Friday post just after in went up! Anyway, thanks for the great blogs, Shay. I enjoy seeing what you and your gorgeous children are up to, as well as getting style and food ideas!
    All the best,
    M

  4. cristina villalba says

    Happy Anniversary!!! God bless your marriage always and your 3 beautiful kids!

  5. Johannah says

    Happy Anniversary to you and Andrew!! =)
    The canvases in your kitchen are beautiful! And I love the kiddos aprons!

  6. Danielle Baiamonte says

    Love the canvases! Did you order them somewhere specific? I'm looking to order some for my home!

  7. LifeasKLK says

    love these favorites! those canvases of the kids are adorable and that apron, so sweet!

  11. Kathy Olson says

    Happy Anniversary!
    You always have such great content for your blog. Keep up the great work. It is always a joy to read:)

  12. Brianna Steele says

    Happy Anniversary!! I love the 4 pictures of your adorable kids, what size did you order?

  13. Amy in PA says

    i just finished Julia Child's "My Life in France" a few weeks ago. You'll love it!!

    Amy in PA
    hackmanamy(at)hotmail(dot)com

  18. Katie Paladino says

    Happy Anniversary! I've read ever Elin Hilderbrand book going–she's great! Being the foodie that you are you should totally start with The Blue Bistro! But really you can't go wrong with any of them!

  21. Kelly @ The OK Momma says

    Happy anniversary! Love those canvases. And that apron is SO precious – I spy a future Christmas gift for my little one with that 🙂

  24. Goodbyebreadandcheese says

    Here's another vote for reading Unbroken. It's life changing. I am not typically into biographies but I couldn't put it down!

  25. Nicole Miller says

    Happy Anniversary! Those canvases are beautiful. Thanks for the great books suggestions. Good reads is great!

  26. Meredith says

    Happy Anniversary to you guys!! 🙂 Thank you so much for including Twin Talk in this week's favorites – means the world to me! And now I need to go order some aprons for Jude & Sloane. Maybe seeing my kiddos wearing them will actually make me want to cook – HA!

  27. Kimberly Oliver says

    "Something by Elin Hilderbrand" Don't you mean "every single book Elin Hilderbrand has writtne"? 🙂 She's hands down one of my favorite authors. Perfect for summer pool/beach reading!

    • Anonymous says

      Me too! Shay, you'd totally live Blue Bistro- start with that one. Was anyone else completely drooling over all the staff's family meal food description?!?! I almost pulled out a list to make notes about recipie ideas!! SO GREAT!!

  28. Christina Nickles says

    Happy Anniversary! My hubby & I met on Friday the 13th, so it's a lucky day for us 😉
    I'm definitely checking out twin talk!! I'm 35 weeks & counting, can't wait for these little ones to arrive after such a tough journey. Xoxo Christina
    justmarried12.blogspot.com

  31. Kara says

    First of all, has it really been 11 years? My goodness time has flown. Happy Anniversary to you two. Second, I love the canvases! Love you guys.

  32. Rebekah Sellers says

    Happy anniversary! I hope you and Andrew have a great time celebrating! Also, LOVE those canvases!! Where do you get them? I have some wedding photos I'd like to put on canvas. Anyway, happy Friday. Hope your day is great!

  33. Christina says

    Happy Anniversary!!! Question I believe it's in Favorite #5 you have a super cute personalized notepad- where is that from? Thanks in advance!! Christina

  34. Aubrey says

    Happy anniversary! Adore the canvases! Love that two of my friends now are friends! 🙂

  35. Laura says

    Canvases are gorgeous… and I'm SO EXCITED you have Goodreads now! I almost commented & suggested it with your last book post. I love it! You will really enjoy it AND I think you will really enjoy setting a "Reading Challenge" for yourself at the beginning of each year 🙂

  36. Kelly says

    I was a little late reading the "book post" and I saw where someone mentioned the book, Fearless. That is an AMAZING book. It's about a Navy Seal, named Adam Brown, who served on Seal Team 6. The book is kind of on the same lines as, American Sniper, but this book was written with a whole lot of text and input from Adam's gorgeous wife, Kelly, along with his colleagues and those who served alongside him in the military. Adam passed away while he was in battle fighting a top secret mission overseas. This book also tells how Adam struggled with drugs for years and how he served time in jail before joining the Navy and how Christ helped him overcome these tribulations…I believe that this book is even sold at Christian book stores.

    I first heard of this book when I began reading a blog by Jill Sullivan, who authors the blog, thesullivanfour.blogspot.com
    She writes a lot about her teenage daughter Hannah's battle with brain cancer and the year she fought that battle, before Hannah went to be with Jesus. Hannah's parents, along with Adam Brown's parents, began hosting retreats all over Arkansas, called, While We Are Waiting. Those retreats have been very therapeutic for parents who have lost a child. Anyhow, I saw where you wrote that you love autobiographies and real accounts of people's lives. This book certainly doesn't dissapoint at all. It is incredible!

  39. Anonymous says

    Beautiful Blog! Curious to know..what's the square footage of your home..? Looks so big and beautiful! 🙂

  43. Lisa says

    Happy Anniversary!! I would love to know what paint color you have on the wall behind your darling canvases. Thanks!!

  44. Lucy Judge says

    The book list you have is excellent! I've read and loved many that are on there…but truly, the story of Louis Zamperini is told so much better in his own words in "The Devil at My Heels." You will laugh, cry, and be reminded of the enduring goodness of God's love and provision.

  47. Cathy says

    Can I ask where you got your canvas photos made? I have a picture I'd love to do this with.

  49. Jeanie says

    My goodness, I forgot to wish you a happy anniversary yesterday. I'm so sorry. I hope it was special and beautiful, just like you and your family.

  52. Shoshanah says

    How are you just discovering goodreads now? It's been my obsession for several years now, since not only do I love to read, I love keeping track of all the books I do read. I just sent you a friend request to.

    And of course I hope you and Andrew had a very happy anniversary!

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