Hey there Thursday.
Here’s a little life lately for you…
Driveway shenanigans with these three.
These two were just sitting at the bar talking to me about this and that and I had to get a picture. Where did those babies go that used to live at my house??? Someone replaced them with BIG kids!
I just can’t get enough Madeley in my life.
In the living history museum at school, Kensington was Betsy Ross. She worked and worked on her research of Mrs. Ross and did an amazing job on her speech. We were so proud of her!
The little girls thought she did a great job too! Side note, Smith says he’s going to be Derek Jeter next year in the living history museum. Ha!
My sweet grandparents are in their 90s but always remember to send cards for each and every holiday. Here my kids are tearing into their Easter cards. I just love my grandparents!
After tee ball practice the other night, Ashby went to dance, so I walked back to my house with just Madeley and Bowen. The three of us always have a good time together!
On Friday morning, I walked into the living room and saw this. Sisters.
And then on Friday afternoon, we went to the airport to see some of our dear friends come home from China with their little girl! What a special day that was!!!
Two less orphans in the world.
Adoption is AMAZING! Families are made, love is shared and lives are changed.
Here they are! Welcome home Willow!!!!
Ashby was SO excited about meeting Willow!!!
They’re going to be great friends :).
Miss Madeley reminding everyone to buy Eats! This cookbook is going to make your spring and summer supper situation super simple!
For Christmas, we got Smith one of those Crayola Air Marker Sprayers and he loves it. He doesn’t want to sit down and color as much as he wants to sit down and spray marker everywhere. 😉
Happy little colorers! And side note, Ashby woke up with a bruise on her cheek…and we have no idea how it got there?!
Four happy kids coloring while mom makes dinner…or the calm before the storm. Hmmm…
Weeeeeeeeeeeee! They zip around the house all day long!
Every morning, we check our veggies in the garden. On this particular morning, we found some strawberries to enjoy!
After the three big kids went to school, Madeley and I set off for a morning walk. She started pointing towards Starbucks (a few blocks from our house) saying “Peez Mommy! Drink!” and because I’m apparently a sucker, we ended up there :).
That’s a little life lately for you!
See you tomorrow.
xo
Leslie Z. says
<3 <3
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says
I love the picture of the girls doing each other’s hair! Cutest sibling love ever.
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Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
http://charmainenyw.com
Teresa says
Where is your tank top in the last picture from??
Mix and Match Mama says
Athleta!!
Erika Slaughter says
I’ve never heard of that marker sprayer before but it looks like Smith is enjoying himself. It reminds me of the spray tan machine. Think it’d work? 😉
Christin says
Good morning! Does your Eats cookbook have any slow cooker recipes? I know you have a slow cooker book coming out, but I am in need of new slow cooker recipes now the busyness of spring is here! I just bought your cooking with kids and meal planner love Love LOVE them! Happy Thursday! ❤
Mix and Match Mama says
It totally does!!
Sheaffer Sims says
The picture of the braiding kills me. SO SWEET!
Courtney says
I’ve been following your friend on Instagram through their journey with Willow, how sweet! And where did you get those ‘one’ t-shirts for the girls? They are adorable!
XO
Courtney
http://www.greywoodmama.com
Mix and Match Mama says
Willow’s parents had them made for a fundraiser last fall!
Debbie Hibbert says
Your kids are ALL adorable … but your Ashby looks so beautiful and delicate and sweet … she melts my heart.
Mix and Match Mama says
She is exactly that :).
Caroline says
Your grandparents are in their nineties!?! Haha that just totally shocked me because they all look SO much younger than that… great genes!!!
Sarah says
Awww your kiddos are so sweet!!! Do you have a post on how you handle sibling conflict? My two older girls (4 and 3 — they are 16 months apart) get along relatively well I’d say 50% of the time (on a good day, ha). The rest of the time they seem to be at each other’s throats all day long. I’ve tried ignoring it and letting them work it out (which doesn’t happen), sending them to time-outs, taking away fun stuff, etc., and really nothing works. Not sure if it’s the ages, the personalities or me just not knowing how to handle them!!! Anywho, thanks!! Love your blog! 🙂
-Sarah http://www.thefrugalmillionaireblog.com
Mix and Match Mama says
Urg. I don’t have a post like that…but if you find one, send it my way because I could stand to read it too!
Kelly says
What a wonderful “life lately”! Betsy Ross is just the cutest!!! I’m so interested in the living history idea! Any chance you could do a post with details about that since I’ve never heard of it before!
Narci Dreffs says
Oh my heavens! So many adorable pictures! My favorite is the one of you and Madeley at the end. Just pure sweetness!!
Molly says
Your eye lashes look so long and gorgeous in that morning picture with Ashby! Do you use anything on them? My eye lashes are non existent!
Mix and Match Mama says
I’ve been using the lash stuff from Rodan+Fields!!
Alexandra M says
Rodan+Fields Lash Boost is THE BOMB.
Kristina Kleckner says
Where did you get the blue tray that smith is using under his spray market? That looks handy for messy projects.
Mix and Match Mama says
amazon!!! They’re the BEST!
mei lin says
where did you get those darling “one less” shirts? would love one!
Mix and Match Mama says
They had them made for their adoption!
Sandy says
I love your blog and read it every day. You are an amazing mom with an amazing family. Can you recommend any bloggers who are 60+ grandmothers and how they live lives to the fullest?
Mix and Match Mama says
Sandy, I don’t know any! I wish I did!!! If I run across one, I’ll let you know :).
Sophie says
I don’t know if this lady is a grandma but she’s 62 and her blog looks pretty cute https://atypical60.com/
Natalie says
Love your Life Lately post Shay… Dont like to ask you questions as life way too busy., but I’ll try where did you get your water dispenser on your kitchen counter ? Love it.. thanks Shay.. Have a great day
Mix and Match Mama says
Pottery Barn! I bought it for entertaining but then thought…why not use it all the time? It’s really encouraged all of my kids to drink more water! This morning, I added orange slices to it :).
Natalie says
Thanks so much Shay…?
Danielle Rigg says
Ashby welcoming Willow home, just brought sweet teats to my eyes! Love the braiding picturing of the girls – they are so full of love and joy. Enjoy every blessed moment with them all.
Amanda @ That Inspired Chick says
That crayola spray thing looks like something Mason and Matthew would LOVE! Is it messy though? I can totally see Mason spraying the couch “accidentally”. hahaha
That Inspired Chick
Mix and Match Mama says
Surprisingly, not!
Deb Weber says
I remember you had a post about your daughter presenting a school report on China. My son is doing the same at his school. We are looking for ideas on the food to share with his class. Do you mind sharing what you and your daughter made for her class? Thank you!
Mix and Match Mama says
We brought in the basics…fried rice and fortune cookies. Those two things are easy to stretch for a crowd of parents and little ones.
Kelly Nagy says
Love this post! Can you share with M&A’s shorts are from in the airport pics? So cute!
Mix and Match Mama says
Boden!!
Kelsey says
So much sweetness!! All of your kiddos are looking so grown up! Especially in the photo where they are all coloring.
Denise says
Love following your adorable family. I have read your posts on facial care and makeup products. I am closer in age to your mother and would be curious to know what products she uses to stay looking so young 🙂 Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
After reading my post, she switched to the Estee Lauder night cream and Rodan + Fields. And she ALWAYS uses Retin A!
Theresa says
I LOVE THE SHULL FAMILY SO MUCHH ❤️❤️❤️
Angela Ellingson says
Just adorable. The girls sitting in a row doing each other’s hair… so precious!!! Happy Thursday!
Rach says
What are your favorite spring Starbucks drinks?
Mix and Match Mama says
I’m probably really boring! I get an unsweetened iced green tea.
Laura @ Laura Likes Design says
I love your striped tank in the last pic! So cute and fun for spring and summer!
Alexis deZayas says
Loved so many things about this sweet post but especially the girls braiding each others hair! So sweet!
Callie says
Ok, I’ll be the one to ask…where is your striped tank top from? I love it!
Mix and Match Mama says
Ha! Athleta 🙂
Callie says
Thanks!!
Anne says
That picture of Ashby and Madeley in their One t-shirts is wonderful. I have to say that while Madeley is cute and adorable, I can tell from the picture Ashby is going to be a beauty.
Abie says
Your hair color always looks amazing! Can you recommend a good hair person in McKinney?
Mix and Match Mama says
My hair person is not in McKinney (she’s about 45 minutes away). Email me and I’d be happy to share her info!
Melanie S says
May or may not have seen a new little cookbook coming in Oct of 17 on Amazon!!! Can’t wait!!
Amanda says
Madeley is the most adorable little nugget. I would not be able to say no to her either!!!!
Carly says
Ashby looks like she went into big sister mode to welcome sweet Willow home. The picture of her and Madeley driving the car is my favorite. What a great week!
Francie says
Such sweet pics! http://www.supersimpleways.com
Gwen H. says
I love all your posts, but this one was just extra special…. You have the most precious family. I totally agree with you about Miss Madeley! I love every ounce of her little marshmallow squishy adorable self!! I just want to scoop her up and hug her every time I see her picture in a post. She is scrumptious!!
Gwen H. says
Shay, would you ask your friends if you could mention their Instagram adoption journey name? I love to read about the stories of these precious children being found by their forever family.
Mix and Match Mama says
She’s @embraceandgrace 🙂
Gwen H. says
Thanks so much, Shay!
Gwen H. says
Thanks!
Michelle C says
OMGosh…your posts always make me swell with emotion. You have such a beautiful family. Love you guys!
Rebecca Purdie says
The kids are so cute!!!
Sarah @ Foxy's Domestic Side says
Your little family is just the cutest. Love seeing all of the pictures each week. Although I may not comment, I”m reading. Thanks for sharing.
Megan Butler says
Okay Kensington has grown up so much!! She looks like a little lady instead of a kid. When did that happen??
Jeanie says
I love these “Lately” posts. Ashby is getting so big. Her complexion is gorgeous; she reminds me of a porcelain China doll. Little Willow looks like a very happy little girl.
Erin Port says
Love those shirts your girls are wearing! Where did you find them? Love your darling kids ❤
Megan says
I noticed you have a water dispenser (I think ) on your counter in a few pics, do you fill that up every day or? And is at how to track your water intake?? Or Is it for decoration? (I couldn’t tell from the picture)
Mix and Match Mama says
I fill it up every day. My kids think it’s fun to drink water from there :).
JoAnn says
Beautiful family! I would love to know where you find your coordinated/matching outfits for the girls. Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
Matilda Jane 🙂
Sandra Hunter says
It was so heartwarming to see Ashby welcoming the newly adopted girl from China. Every child adopted from China means one less child lying unloved and unattended in a crib. And that’s a good thing!
Amy Rae DeVito says
Kensington looks so adorable as Betsy Ross!
The photo of your girls doing their hair together reminds me of when my sister (who is 13 years) older than me used to do my hair and it also reminds me of the time my cousins and I used to do each others’ hair sitting in front of each other like your girls are doing! Too sweet and precious for words!
It is so wonderful to see a beautiful child being adopted into a loving family! Ashby welcoming her new friend home is so very precious and special! It made me tear up!
Lots of Llama Love! <3
Detroit Duchess says
Good choice on Derek Jeter Smith! I love my Yankees 😉