Hello there Monday.
Here’s what’s been going on around here :).
Ahhh! This was my sweet girl on her actual birthday (September 15!). I feel like she woke up and even looked older! What in the world?!?! She requested her daddy’s Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Pancakes for breakfast and he was more than happy to oblige.
A few little things to open before heading to school.
Look at my seven year old! I can hardly stand it :).
Side note, she said seven was the age where big girls start wearing jeans, so weeks ago she asked me to buy her a pair and she held on to them until this day. I don’t believe she’s worn a single pair of pants since she was two.
A quick selfie with my girl before she headed off to school.
And yes, I’m wearing those adorable leggings that I talked about on Friday because they’re super cute…even in the front yard ;).
My baby girl.
After school smiles :). Our friend Mark stopped by and brought her two gifts. She was so excited!
For lunch, we had Chinese food per Kensington’s request and for dinner, we had Japanese. She wore her birthday crown from school all day.
Too cool to take a pic with mom.
These girls were in heaven at dinner!
After dinner, she requested fro-yo with toppings. Done and done!
Are my kids the only ones who do this? We’ll be getting out of the car and I’ll give very clear and specific directions like “take your shoes off and head upstairs for your showers” and they hear this…
…pile on top of each other in the hallway until the bottom person starts screaming.
Sigh.
After her shower, she stayed up a few minutes later than the two younger kids and worked on her bead art while also watching a movie on her iPad…and she still wore her crown.
Saying goodnight to my seven year old :).
In other random Monday news…
…someone was super excited about being the Star Student at preschool last week.
And archery is the new favorite thing to do in our backyard :). Smith is going to be the next Robin Hood.
That’s Monday.
I know, I know…you have to make dinner tonight for the family. But what to make???? No worries…
…my Meal Planning Monday has you covered! To see my week of meals, click here.
xoxo
Not A Mom says
Such a fun birthday, reminds me of being little again! I love how your family makes a big deal about birthdays! Also, that soup looks SO yummy!
Linds @ Not A Mom
Johannah says
Kensington is starting to look so grown up all of a sudden!! I think the jeans make her look older too, but they are too cute on her =) Glad she had a great birthday!!
kat says
Love the pictures; all three are your kids are beautiful! I noticed that in Kensington's recent pictures, she's not wearing those adorable hair bows. Did she decide that she's too old for them now?
Mix and Match Mama says
Some days she wears them and some days she doesn't. I try and let her do her own thing :).
Erika Slaughter says
That jean thing cracks me up!! And…is it possible for that Star Student to get any cuter??!!
Narci says
Kensington looks like she turned 12 overnight!! She's looking so grown up!! Also, Ashby is precious as a star student!!
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
Kensington is rocking those jeans! So cute in her little cuffed jeans and flats! And OHEMGEEEEEEEE at the Star Student in her little piggies and THAT SMILE!!!!!!!!!
Mama Of Boys says
He's got some serious looking bows lying on the lawn there…me thinks he'll be a pro before long!! I love how she decided 7 was the age you wear jeans…but of course 😉
Jess says
Where did you get Smiths archery set from?? Great boy gift idea!
Mix and Match Mama says
Cabela's!
Heather Deramus says
I teach kindergarten so…I love that she still has on her birthday crown! Too cute! Happy Birthday Kensington!!
Emmy Burke says
Not sure ashby could get any cuter!!!! ??
Can you do a post on your cleaning routine? Your house always looks spotless! ???
Lyndsey Parks says
Well turns out I have something in common with a 7 year old….. I too revolve my birthday around FOOD! I always have a plan of what I want to eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts! Hey– it only comes once a year and I don't get to eat like that everyday. Totally normal, right?! So fun….. looks like she had a great birthday!
Laci Murray says
Kensington now looks so much older! Sigh…But oh that star student of the week!!!!! CUTENESS OVERLOAD!!! Happy Monday!
daniellem02 says
Cutest star student ever!!
Love on the Lake says
I agree – I'd love to read a cleaning routine Shades of Shay. My husband and I divvy up chores and tasks but always love hearing how other couples tackle the light and deep cleaning that goes with home ownership.
Elizabeth says
It made my heart my melt on Ashby's poster that he proudest accomplishment is learning English! She has grown so much and it is so fun to see!!
Kelsey @ The Peacock Roost says
Kensington looks so grown up with her rolled up jeans & flats! Looks like you all had a blast celebrating!
Kelsey
http://www.thepeacockroost.com
Mary Woods says
What color lipstick are you wearing?
Melissa says
Of course Kensington wore her crown all day…you only have one day to be Birthday Princess so you have to own it!!! And Ashby's super cute face with her Star Student poster…I can't even! Have a great week : )
ggdall says
Love this blog (and that you are a KState fan- go Cats!!!) Where did those darling jeans come from? Love! xxoo from Manhappiness, KS
Rachael Hurley says
Kensington looks so cute!! What beautiful kids!!
Casey says
I love Kensington's jeans!!! Do you mind sharing where they are from? She is just a doll!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Gap 🙂
Lindsay at Lindsay'sSweetWorld says
Archery?! That's pretty impressive for such a little guy… and something that I bet my four year old would love! I need to remember that idea for when he gets just a little bit older!
Kjlb37 says
What a fun post! Working on bead art, watching a movie AND wearing a crown! Kensington already has the multi-tasking thing down:).
Johnsons says
Random question….what eyeliner do you use? Thx!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Bobbi Brown in chocolate truffle 🙂
Johnsons says
Thank you!!
Brady Wilhelm says
Omg. Ashby's little face poking over that sign…….too much. Loved the "jeans theory" by Kensington. Too cute!
Leigh Clark says
Love these pictures!! Kensington does look so grown up, and the jeans are TOO cute!!
Joe and Casey Burns says
Question about your floors: are they real hard wood floors, laminate or tile that looks like wood? I'm trying to decide for our new home.
Mix and Match Mama says
They're wood. They're red wood. Hope this helps!
Shayebell says
I saw your post the other day about the Pottery Barn holiday sheets & I am going to get some for my daughters. Do you have the regular set or the flannel set?
Mix and Match Mama says
Flannel 🙂
Briana Runde says
What a sweet girl! Glad she enjoyed her day!!
Joy says
Kensington's never worn jeans!?! How did you pull that off? I need to know your secret. 🙂 Do the girls only wear leggings and long pants in the winter time?
BTW, I love your blog!
Mix and Match Mama says
Ever since she was about two, she would cry and cry if I suggested she wear pants. So, after awhile I stopped trying (and buying pants) and let her just wear dresses and leggings (when it's cold). It's kind of just her thing :).
Mary Dollar says
Smith not wanting his pic taken…I wanna squeeze his precious self!!! Adorable!!!
Paige says
Love this!!! She is precious! I always love your lipstick recommendations, what color are you wearing your pic with Kennsington before she went to school???
Mix and Match Mama says
I'm pretty sure that's Nars Sexual Healing 🙂
ryan caraway says
if you haven't already read this for ashby please do so now …thought of this when i saw her holding up her sign. http://jenhatmaker.com/blog/2015/09/14/preparing-teachers-for-our-adopted-kiddos
Jaren says
Yes I'm afraid she does look older now! We spent the weekend finding jeans for my 8 year old. Justice is the only place that fits her little slim body…And my kids do the same with any clear and specific direction I give! Sigh!
thebusybrunette says
Happy birthday to Kensington! OMG – she looks like a little Shay in that picture of her in the jeans. Adorbs.
The Busy Brunette
Sarah Shaneyfelt says
I love Ashby's smile!! She looks so genuinely happy! Did you leggings come from GAP? I can't remember? Thanks!
Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts
Elizabeth Birenbaum says
Sounds like she had the best birthday and enjoyed all the food she wanted 🙂 LOVE her birthday outfit! She looks so cute in those jeans and flats!
Michele Bartell says
What color eyeshadow do you have on in the photo with Kensington? It looks like a great neutral!
Coryelle Higdon says
Hi, Shay! I love your cognac open toed shoes in the Target Pic! Where can I get a pair?
Marylynn Roun says
Thought you would enjoy this if you haven't seen this already! 😀
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