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Hey!  Hey!  Hey!  It’s Friday!
It’s also a three day weekend. #hallelujah 
And…we’re spending the majority of said three day weekend celebrating this guy…
…who turns six on Monday.
#somebodyholdme
#howcanhebesix
#whaaaaaaaaaaa
As always, today, I’m linking up with Narci, Erika and Andrea and sharing some of my favorite things…and the first thing today is a pretty good one…
I’m giving away a $200 Nordstrom gift card!
Woohoo!
Nordstrom liked my post on cozy stuff and wanted to know if I wanted to share some of my favorite kids’ cozy stuff with you guys and make a $200 gift card possible. #heckya
To enter to win, fill out the Rafflecopter at the end of this post and then the winner will be announced on Monday.  Thank you Nordstrom :).

So, when I think about January and kids…I think pajamas.  For Christmas, I always buy my kids a pair of non-holiday jammies.  After months of wearing Halloween and Christmas pjs, I always like to throw one pair of non-themed pjs under the tree.  Here’s what they got this year…
Pajama Pants for Smith, monkey pjs for Ashby and French bulldog pjs for Kensington (who has been begging us for a year now to buy a French bulldog…).

They all also got cozy slippers too :).  The girls got these little Toms slippers (they come in 5 different patterns) and Smith got these Tucker & Tate slippers.  I mean…is there anything cuter or cozier than kiddos in jammies and slippers? #ithinknot
Here are a few other really cute and cozy January-ish ideas for kids…
North Face Jacket// Puffer Coat// Cozy Vest// Fur Vest
Ashby got the fur vest for Christmas and right now, it’s 40% off.  Hello fabulous!
North Face Jacket// Fleece Hoodie// Hoodie (in 13 different colors!)
And because I’m a sucker for cute shoes…
Eeks!  Love it all :).
Okay, to see all of the sale stuff (and so much of it is on sale right now!) click here.

Last year, I shared my favorite makeup products with you guys and my favorite eye lash curler sold out.  Well, well, well…it’s back in stock!  That’s a favorite this week because it is by far my very favorite eyelash curler!
Here are my other faves:
1. Bobbi Brown Eye Brightener (I use Bisque)
2. MAC Haute & Naughty Mascara…IT IS THE BEST! 
3. Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick (I use Natural)
4. Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer (seriously, your eye makeup won’t BUDGE!)
5. MAC lipstick (especially Saint Germain)
6. My favorite eye lash curler 🙂
7. Cream Shadow Sticks (I don’t know how I lived without these!  I absolutely love how easy they are to apply and they come in gorgeous colors!  I love Golden Pink and Sand Dune the most.)
8. Laura Geller Bronze & Brighten (it’s like a blush and bronzer in one )

During the day, I either listen to music or listen to a movie while I work.  Growing up, my mom worked from home and she always listened to movies while working…the same movies over and over again.  Right now, I’m on an It’s Complicated kick…
…this is one of my favorite movies.  Have you seen it?  Alec Baldwin is hysterical in this!  (Let’s face it…Alec Baldwin is pretty hysterical in most things.)  I rotate between this Something’s Gotta Give and Bridget Jones’ Diary for the most part (during the holidays, it’s Love Actually and The Holiday on repeat.)   I don’t watch, I just listen…and laugh a lot!  Does anyone else do this?  Or is it just my mom and me?

On Tuesday, I introduced you to my friend Meagan who is currently in the foster to adopt program.  Well, two things…first, please pray for them today.  Today is a pivotal day for their family and these two girls.  They would really appreciate your prayers.  Secondly, if you have questions about fostering, fostering to adopt or domestic adoptions, Meagan is taking questions on that blog post.  Read the post here and leave your question in the comment section.  On January 26, Meagan will be answering your questions.  

I shared this sweater on Facebook earlier this week.  (Pssssst…you can like my FB page here.)
This is one of Nordstrom’s cashmere sweaters and right now, they’re 40% off!  Whoa!  Friends, I’m really particular about sweaters (I cannot stand an itchy sweater!), but this one is so soft and comfy!  Plus, it comes in 15 different colors, so you and I both know there’s a color to suit you.  At 40% off, this is a great time to add one to your closet because it’s a staple that you’ll have for years and years. 
Now, I did size up one.  These sweaters range in sizes from x-small to large and I bought small because it fit just a little roomier for me.  You’ll love them!

For dessert this weekend…
…my White Chocolate Chocolate Trifle.
Yum.
Okay!  Don’t forget to enter our $200 Nordstrom giveaway below!  
Happy Friday friends!  See you on Monday when I announce the winner.
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  1. Rachel says

    I am seriously lovin' that sweater! I don't know if it's just the blue color or how soft it looks. But I may need to find out for myself! Thanks for sharing!

    -Rachel at thefashionistahousewife.blogspot.com

  2. Charming Lucy says

    I have had my eye on those cashmere sweaters for weeks. I purchased the Caslon sweater you shared a few weeks ago and I love it! I think I will pick up a couple of these cashmere beauties for my daughter and stash them away as Christmas gifts for next year. But I think the red one is necessary for Valentine's Day(: Susan

  3. Jennifer Martinez says

    I do the same with movies! And its actually all those movies plus the movie Sabrina! I need the background noise! Also I'm totally going to try that eyelash curler!

  4. Erika Slaughter says

    Shay!!! That picture of Ashby in her fur with her arm propped up like she's hot stuff is the cutest!! I wish they had that vest in my size!

  5. Emily m says

    Love that cashmere sweater..
    I own two! Def need to size up. Would love to win a Nordstrom gift card- amazing!

  6. Anna Lor says

    Awe, your daughter would love a French bulldog. We have one and all of our nieces and nephews love him. 🙂

  7. Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says

    OH MY WORD! Ashby was WORKING that fur vest! So cute! And that's a great deal on that cashmere sweater! And Smith? 6? WHAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHh is right!!!!! 😉

  8. Steph Paul says

    I feel your pain!!!! My twins will be 6 on Tuesday and I can't handle it. I also have a daughter who will be 4 in May:( I don't know what I am going to do lol! So, your kid picks are perfect for me to follow! Adelyn NEEDS a fur vest:) Thanks!

  9. Narci says

    Girl!!! You are rocking that blue sweater!!! So pretty!!! Also, the girls slippers are precious!! Love!!

  10. Christene Demers- Rowland says

    Happy Birthday to your sweet boy. If I won I totally get cozies. Such a wonderful giveaway. Thank you.

  11. Courtney Willoughby says

    I am flipping out that someone loves it's complicated as much as me!! Love her bakery, her house, her garden, everything. I watched it every day in college while doing hw bc it's the ULTIMATE movie to have playing in the background. Nancy Meyers knows what's up.

  13. Aubrey says

    Love those jim-jams! Ashby's face in her FUR vest is priceless. And Smith turning six is hard to believe. Have a great weekend!

  14. Darcey says

    Hi Shay! You had something on your blog recently about looking for a good mask for your dry winter skin. Did you find anything?! I'm in desperate need of something!

  17. Mandi says

    I actually do that with tv shows and movies. Right now I'm rewatching the entire Friends series. I think I can quote 90% of that series. Haha

  18. Jackie Belin says

    I LOVE It's Complicated! It has always made me want to open a bakery. 🙂 Love all the jammers!

  22. Kaylyn Kadel says

    I don't know if you will see this but ever since Sean started on the Bachelor I started following your Instagram page and then your blog. I followed you and your family while going through the adopting process. Ever since you brought home that sweet little Ashby, my life goal is to go out and adopt a little girl or boy. I just want to say thank you for inspiring me to realize on how much wrong there is in this world and how many good people could go out and fix it… Adopting!!!! Your other two children are just as adorable!!! I hope one day we could meet and I could be introduced to your family.
    With love,
    Kaylyn

  23. Caravan Sonnet says

    Love your posts! Thank you so much for the opportunity to win the Nordstrom giftcard!!

    Blessings, Rebecca 🙂

  24. NKriste says

    I do the same thing with movies!! It's Complicated is one of my favorites! I just watched it when I was traveling back to Illinois from Florida. I like audible for listening to books. I do that too during the day. Have you heard of Saving Mr. Banks?? That movie is one of my absolute favorites too. 🙂

  25. Johnna says

    I can't even with Ashby's pose! Love it! And I always have to listen to something, tv, podcast, movie… However, I'm so in and out of it, I'll replay over and over.

  27. Becky says

    Shay, the movie that can play in my background or that I can watch 15 million times and still love it like I'm seeing it for the first time—-You've Got Mail!

  28. Jane says

    I am addicted to cashmere, and at 40% off, wouldn't I be crazy not to get that sweater? Sure don't want to be crazy ?

  29. brookerichardson says

    It's Complicated is Hilarious, it's heartwarming and sweet, a bit dramatic at times and just downright awesome!!!! I LOVE that movie!!!!! It's one of those you can watch over and over again!!!

  30. Bethany Teague says

    I am needing something cozy right about now! I love all of your cozy posts and things! Right up my alley!

  31. Amy B says

    I am a movie listener too! I pretty much stick to Harry Potter and Disney movies. I'm a child stuck in an adult body

  33. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum} says

    Do they sell Ashby's outfit in my size?? Ohmyword, she's darling! And not only can I not listen to TV or movies while I work, but I can't even have music!!?? It distracts me so much and I start watching, or dancing and singing. It must be from all those years of working in a dead-quiet office!!?? But now I want to binge Alex Baldwin movies, he's hilarious. Have you seen Along Came Polly in awhile? His character in that one is my favorite. #goodthings

  34. Amanda and Chris says

    Love you blog! Always such great stuff! My birthday was yesterday and I'd love to win the giftcard! This Mama is in desperate need of new clothes!
    Hugs,
    Amanda

  35. Queen In Between says

    I was having some electrical work done in my kitchen earlier this week and worked from home most of the day. I turned on netflix and was totally surprised at how much work I did while having Gilmore Girls on in the background!

  36. Katelyn Magerko says

    I see you're sporting an apple watch, love! I got the 38 rose gold for Christmas and think I need the white strap for it. Is yours white or the antique white?

  38. Kathryn says

    Hi Shay! Happy Birthday to cutie Smith! Just wondering ~ how do the french bull dog pj's run? They are adorable and I'd like to order them for my daughter ~ she's 7. Thanks and have a fabulous weekend!

  39. Taylor Hartley says

    I work from home too and always put a movie on as background noise. And It's Complicated is one of my go tos! I love that movie 🙂 thanks for hosting a fun giveaway! Hope I entered correctly haha I'm not the best with those! Have a great weekend!

  42. Johnsons says

    I didn't know PJ salvage had little girls too…so excited!!! Thank you to you and Nordstrom for the GC giveaway 😉

  46. Leigh (Balancing By Faith) says

    Happy Birthday to Smith!! What a handsome little guy!! And that dessert…oh my!! Heaven!

  48. Anna Chock says

    I thought I was the only one who "listened" to movies while working! (And we basically listen to the same movies…)

  49. Lindsay at Lindsay'sSweetWorld says

    Ashby in that little fur vest… STOP IT! So so cute!

    And I actually do the same thing about listening to movies on repeat while I'm working. Some of my favorites are What Women Want, Miss Congeniality, Serendipity, and Love Actually (during Christmas). A lot of the time I listen to Friends as well. I've literally seen every episode twenty times at the very least. Most of them I can quote now. So crazy, I know!

  50. The Nelson Happenings says

    The White Chocolate Chocolate Trifle looks delicious ! I would love to win the Nordstrom Gift Card !!!

  52. Simply A Rough Draft says

    Sweet Home Alabama with Reese Witherspoon is my favorite background movie! I quote that movie constantly! I always ask my husband, "Do you know why I married you?" And he says with absolutely no enthusiasm, "So you can kiss me anytime you want." I think he may be over my movie quotes…

  53. Megan says

    The first time I met you was right after Smith was born. Like seriously a few days later. You were looking fabulous at church with your heels and your brand new baby. Gosh you are a rock star!!!

  54. Dawn says

    Can't we just live in pjs? Wouldn't that make the world cuter and cozier? Happy Birthday to Smith! My son will be 6 in March! Time is flying!

  55. Melissa Goetz says

    Shay, love your blog post today! What brand is Ashby's shirt? I love it and want to purchase it for my daughter

  58. WDC says

    I have the PJ Salvage dog PJs for me, I need them for my daughter! I love them. Have a cozy, fun weekend celebrating your boy!

  59. Beautifully Seaside // Formerly Chic Coastal Living says

    Love those cozy pjs on the kids! And Ashby's pose is adorable! XO Hope oyu have a great weekend!

  60. Grace says

    6 years old?? Ohmygoodness I've been reading your blog for over 2 years now. It is crazy how fast time flies. Ashby looks darling!! Enjoy your long weekend Shay! ??

  61. Lesley Ash says

    Continue saying "no" to the French Bulldog! As a veterinarian they are one of our nightmare breeds from a medical standpoint…however, they do keep us in business. I think is must be the utter cuteness that pulls you in (including me)every time!!

  64. MBodieOK says

    I just want to buy all of your makeup! Think your colors would work on a brown-eyed brunette?!

  66. Renee Hester says

    Seriously could use a new sweater, as I accidently washed my last one and it shrank and now doesn't fit.

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