Oh life lately…you’re back in business.
The week after Christmas, we had an unintentional stay-cation and it was nothing short of glorious. We stayed inside, we were cozy, we watched a lot of movies together, played a lot of games, we stayed in our pjs…it was delightful. And now, it’s back to our regularly scheduled programming of school, homework, dance, basketball and such. I love the routine of normal life…but man, I miss the week of pajama wearing too :). Here’s a little life lately…
Hey there fro-yo! You’re one of our favorites!
Santa brought Kensington a karaoke machine for Christmas, and we’ve pretty much been singing non-stop. Ashby London is OBSESSED with it and gives a lively performance every single time. I posted this on Instagram and then several of you pointed out the lyrics that happen to be on the screen…yeah, they’re perfect, right? I didn’t even notice them until you guys said something, but these lyrics make me smile.
My babies and me.
One day last week, Andrew took the girls out for the day and I took Smith. First stop, hot chocolate with my boy! Now, if you would have told me ten years ago that I would go on a breakfast date with a guy who talked non-stop about Star Wars the entire time and that I would love it…I would have said you were crazy. Listening to this guy teach me all about Star Wars was one of the highlights of my week.
We’re taking 2016 very seriously.
Andrew and I sat on one side of the booth and they sat on the other. They touched each other and annoyed each other approximately 4 billion times…but they loved it at the same time. These three.
She actually said to me, “What lipstick mommy?”.
I came down the hall and found her like this…watching the Cowboy game. What? She was seriously interested in it. #shewastheonlyone
We celebrated Ashby’s Gotcha Day on Monday. I love seeing the difference between January 4, 2015 and January 4, 2016.
Love this girl so much.
Gotcha Day Dinner 2016!
Ashby asked if she could play this game on my phone and so I gave it to her. I went to go put on my pajamas and when I came out, she had turned off the game and turned on my yoga app and was doing yoga. Look at her! Andrew and I watched her for several minutes. This girl really loves her some yoga!
And finally…Smith went missing again before dinner on Tuesday night. But if you saw my Christmas post, then you know…we knew where to look for him. Sigh. I mean…we have beds at our house. #andcouches
So, that’s life lately. We’re back in the swing of things…and normal old routine life is always my favorite :).
Now listen, dinner tonight is one of my new VERY FAVORITE recipes! I’m telling you…this is one you need to make!
My Tex-Mex Chicken And Quinoa Soup is all prepared in the slow cooker so it’s insanely simple and flippin’ delicious too! Your entire family will love this recipe!
xo
Mama Of Boys says
I'm glad it's not just my babies that annoy the life out of each other…I really need to try and lighten up and let them sit together and be silly!! It must be fun for them sometimes 😉
Erika Slaughter says
Hahahaha!!! Ashby and her yoga! I completely agree-im kind of hoping for snow so we can have a couple more pajama days. 🙂
kelly says
Isn't spending the week after Christmas in your pj's the best??
Smith sleeping on the chairs is my favorite! That kid is sooo cute (as are K. and A.)
Phi Mai says
Aww you're kids are seriously the cutest!! Ashby has changed so much since you guys brought her home. & we need to get Ashby watching the Texans not Cowboys 😉 lol. & Smith is so funny sleeping under the table. Speaking about sleep… that's what I should be doing right now since I'm still on winter break for another two weeks. #mybodydoesntletmesleepin
Narci says
Ashby doing yoga!! I love it!! Also, I'm with Smith–I need a nap under the dining room table also! Ha! Love your life lately, friend! Xo
Courtney says
Love spending time at home in my pus. That soup looks fabulous.
kimm atwood says
I'm still amazed how our little kids are so tech savvy with electronics ! Have a great week
Happylife38 says
This is exactly what I was thinking too!
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
I feel a kinship with Smith. I was known to fall asleep on futons IN THE MIDDLE OF A PARTY AT A FRATERNITY HOUSE. Seriously. And Ashby doing yoga is my new favorite thing ever.
Love on the Lake says
Ashby doing yoga and Smith sleeping under the table made me laugh out loud – how sweet
Angel-Lyn says
You have such a beautiful family! I am so thankful that I came across your blog and I look forward to your posts daily.
Three Gals and a Guy says
Ashby doing yoga?? Absolutely adorable! I love the close up picture of you and the kiddos- that's a keeper for sure!! Love reading about your sweet family- thanks for sharing as always!!
Stephanie says
I love what you said about Smith and Star Wars! I never pictured myself as a boy mama, but with an 18-month-old boy and another baby boy due in a couple of weeks, I love it. Can't wait for mommy-son dates like that! 🙂
Elizabeth Valdez says
That picture of Ashby watching football made me smile! She is so funny and full of personality!!
Melanie Smith says
Love these posts. Ashby watching the Cowboys game and doing yoga on her own….KILLS ME! That is cutest and sweetest girl!
And Smith under the table. How does he even crawl through that tiny space? Too cute!
Johannah says
Ashby with her Yoga pose! Ha! So adorable!!! And Smith is too funny sleeping on the table chairs again =)
Lindsay at Lindsay'sSweetWorld says
That picture of Ashby watching football all alone is so funny! Sweet girl!
Aubrey says
Too much goodness in this post! I love regular life!
Dawn says
What yoga app do you use?
Mix and Match Mama says
Kristin McGee! She's my favorite!!
karole says
Do you have any particular favorite class(es) of hers? Or recommendation on which to buy?
I'm trying to decide which one(s) to buy/download. I'd appreciate your help!
Foxy's Domestic Side says
When I was a kid I loved sleeping up the coffee table, go figure 🙂 Happy Gotcha day!
Jeanie says
I remember how scared and sad Ashby looked in the first several pictures you took of her. It just made my heart hurt. Now with the constant smiles, she makes me smile, too, every time.
Megan says
Smith's sleeping spots are the best!!!!
Mary Dollar says
So fun…I love pajama days!!!
Holly says
I bought my 3yr old a yoga for kids dvd, yoga mat, & work out clothes (old navy/carters) & she loves it!!! Looks like Ashby would too.
leanna says
What Karaoke machine did you purchase? Would you recommend it? Thanks
Kim Darling says
I'm wondering the same thing!