Well…life lately has involved me not taking a lot of pictures ;).
I pulled up the pics on my phone and was like uh, what have we been doing lately because I have nothing to show for it??? It’s been cold and raining here, so we’ve been coming home from school, getting cozy and staying inside. It’s been uneventful…and uneventful is my favorite thing :).
After school, we change into our comfy clothes (a.k.a. usually our pjs) and lately, my kids have been all about these little bead things. You know, where they make a design and then I iron it and it sticks together. All three kiddos have been working on them pretty much every day for a week. We have a nice little collection.
And then, there’s this…
Me: Ashby say “cheese”
Ashby: I dance mama
What? I can’t dance?
I love to dance!
I’m going to run and give you a hug!
Cheeeeeese!
Ahhhh! I’m just so cute!
Kiss me mommy.
Oh, I’m just so silly!
And I’m so funny too!
I love this girl so much :).
And off she goes…with Kensington’s purse. Because she likes to play with Kensington’s things when Kensington is in school. Because she’s a little sister. And little sisters know how to play the game.
Ashby made this hat on Wednesday at the gym…and wore it all day :).
I just took a picture of these next two pictures, so the lighting is bad…but oh my goodness! Isn’t my little baseball player so cute?!?! Their fall season is over now, but the pics just arrived…and they made my heart melt.
I mean…so cute.
Last night, Andrew and I went to have dinner and then did our kids’ Christmas shopping. Everything Smith asked for is outdoorish…so we spent a lot of time at Cabela’s. One of these things does not belong here. #me 🙂
I mean…I guess that’s life lately??? Short, sweet and not too exciting.
On my foodie blog today, I’m sharing one of our very favorite traditions…
…our annual Thanksgiving Day Parade Breakfast!
We love to eat a yummy breakfast and watch the parade on Thanksgiving Day morning! To see my menu ideas, click here.
Happy Thursday friends!
kelly says
Ashby is so cute!!
Smith looks like the perfect all-American boy! He's at that age – adorable mix of babyish and big boy! Hes just the cutest perfect boy 🙂 And the pic of him with Andrew is precious too! You and Andrew look so cute with your winter hats!!
marianiel avila says
Ahhhhhhh!!! Can i squeeze Ashby's cutie little face?! She's sooooo sweet it melts my heart. You guys are so blessed. And oh Smith looks alot like you these days in all the pics u posted. Couple months ago he's more like Andrew… 😀
Hilary Wheeler says
Just curious what types of things Smith asked for. I have a son about his age so i thought maybe it would give me ideas:)
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
Ashby was WERKING IT!
Erika Slaughter says
I'm pretty sure you could make all those Ashby pictures a cute little flip book…like when the cartoon is running at you?! Adorable and I love that she plays with k's things while she's at school. Haha!
Jess says
May I asked what was on your sons list? My boys repeat the same items over and over again! Any suggestions would be great!! Maybe I'll try those iron beads as a gift idea! And Ashby, you are the cutest!!!
Mix and Match Mama says
All he wants is a sling shot and binoculars :). Such a boy!
Linsley Schneider says
SO many things I love about this… Ashby's vest, your kids working on beads (I hope mine will do quiet activities when they're older), date nights to Christmas shop, and Christmas wreaths in the background on the buildings. LOVE this time of year!
Narci says
Love Ashby dancing!! Also, how cute is Smith in his uniform?? Precious!
Dawn Dannenberg says
Ashby is too adorable. I have three girls but grew up with three brothers. So I'm slowly learning about this sister, (big and little) thing, lol. And those hats would be great for our cold Chicago weather,(snow this weekend!?).
Cristina Pennington says
Ashby is just too precious! Love reading about you and your family!!!
Jessica Barshinger says
That Ashby is adorable!!!! 🙂
kimm atwood says
Love how happy ashby is!
Alisha Trammell says
What a cutie that ashby is!
Ok so random… But do you remember your bright pink shoes you had on when you picked up ashby. I think you did a post about them, I just can't find it. They seem like great walking shoes! And super cute. I have a friend heading to Italy and she would love them.
Thanks!!
Mix and Match Mama says
They're Sketcher's Go Walks!!
Lauren says
Is it weird that I have teeth envy on Ashby? Kid was blessed with some awesome pearly whites!
Aubrey says
Our collection of Perler bead creations is epic. And there is always a loooooong queue of creations-to-be-fused next to my iron. 🙁 That Ashby! Her expressions are priceless. And comfy uneventful evenings are what I'm all about too. I only wish we had more of them!
Angie says
Ashby is so precious!
maureen says
Love your pics of Ashby! And can I say I just loathe those bead things!! My 7 and 11 year olds are so into them and a neighbor brought this huge box of them over here, so now that is all they want to do!! I don't mind the quiet focused time for them, but if I step on one of those tiny beads again…just sayin'!
Lindsay at Lindsay'sSweetWorld says
Ashby looks like she just has the cutest and biggest personality!! What a joy she must be!
The Nelson Happenings says
That little Ashby is adorable !!!!
Anamarie Rebori says
Ashby is so sweet! She looks like she's recovering well from her surgery. If you feel comfortable sharing, how is her recovery going?
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Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much for asking! She's doing great!! The doctors are so pleased with how everything is healing. I appreciate you asking :).
Anamarie Rebori says
That is so great to hear!
Helen Truesdale says
Ashby's hand seems to look much better! I hope that is the case!
Christy says
I would love to know what type of bead activity that is. My daughter would LOVE it!
Erin says
My daughter is about the same age as Kensington what are some things you are getting her?
kelly says
Yes! I'm the worst at choosing gifts. I would love a post on actual gifts to get people.
Not A Mom says
Uneventful is most definitely the best! I always thank the good Lord for the boring days!
Linds @ Not A Mom
Beautifully Seaside // Formerly Chic Coastal Living says
So happy to hear Ashby is healing well! Amen to that! Love your pictures!
Jeanie says
Love the story of Ashby in pictures. The other pictures are great, too. What a little slugger!
Angie says
Ashby is so darn adorable and that outfit, oh my word too cute!!!
Megan says
I used to LOVE making those iron on bead things!! Do your girls have the loom that makes pot holders with the little loops?? Do you know what I'm talking about! Text me and I'll send you a link if you don't. ha! you should totally get them that for Christmas if they don't. It would be a hit. And Ashby's face up close is my favorite pic!! too cute!
Sarah Jayne W says
I would buy jeans!
Also just discovered Kate Spade earrings so I would grab another pair : )
Hilary Miller says
I would buy one of the north faces you've written about!
valcichfam says
Can I ask where Ashby's vest is from? She is adorable. So happy for your family
Rachel M. says
I would buy a cocktail dress because my boyfriend and I have so many weddings to go to next year! Getting to be that age!
JJaz says
Ashby is definitely your daughter! Cute leopard puffer vest, and wellies!! LOVE IT! Have a great weekend, Miss Shay!
Rachel M. says
I would buy a cocktail dress because my boyfriend and I have so many weddings to go to next year! We are at that age now I guess…our own wedding shouldn't be too far off either 😉
Unknown says
Love love love the Ashby pictures. Really shows her sweet personality!
Yen says
Omgoodness! The pictures of ashby are so adorable!!!
Wehbey Crew Momma says
Sorry I didn't answer the question in my first comment. We have never shopped at Nordstrom so if we won the gift card we would have a blast shopping. I love the shoes your kiddos wear so maybe we would be able to get some for our 4! 🙂 Oh and I love your scarfs, if there was any money left I would love to get one!
Erica @ Whimsical September says
Every single picture of Ashby in this post is too die for!! Her little personality is spilling out everywhere! I love it so much!
Amiller says
I would buy Christmas gifts for my sisters and the a scarf and those plaid pants for myself!! ??
Elizabeth Birenbaum says
Oh. My. Sweetest. That series of Ashby pictures! I love it!