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All the love.


Happy Monday, everyone!

I hope you had the BEST weekend!  We’re still eating leftover Valentine’s Day chocolates and reminiscing about last week.  I went to grab a piece of chocolate on Friday and every.single.one was pinched in the middle.  My guess?  Kensington.

Here’s a little look at what we did to celebrate the day of love…

Andrew and Smith wouldn’t be home on Valentine’s Day night, so we had our annual family dinner on the 13th.  Pizza and pasta for the win!

After the kids went to bed, I put a few things out for their breakfast the next morning…

 

 

The next morning, they got up, had their breakfast and then it was off to school…

…hahahaha!  I love those four SO MUCH!!

I love this guy too!!  He and Smith were going snowboarding later that night, but it was nice to spend my morning with him.

Right at 1:00, I left to catch all the Valentine’s Day parties…

…this cutie had an ice cream sundae party to celebrate!  When it was over, I took her with me to the big kids’ school…

…the kids were at recess in Ashby’s class, so while I set up, she made herself at home 🙂 .

My little lefty can draw a pretty good heart if I don’t say so myself!!

We had so much fun at Ashby’s party!  I was in charge of the “making paper hearts” table.  Hey, Ashby!  The camera is UP! #bestigot

Since, I volunteered in Ashby’s class, I only got to pop in to K’s party.  After school, we were having a GORGEOUS day, so I told them we could play outside and do homework after.  We were out there for two hours!

I love playing with her outside!  She made me hit so many volleyballs that my wrist was sore.  #imgettingold

These three.

Ashby made her hat during her party…and wore it the rest of the day.

This is how Madeley plays volleyball…hahahaha!

After we went for a walk, we came in, showered, did homework and then while dinner was in the oven…

…I played Uno Attack with Ashby.  This girl LOVES card games!!  For a special treat, we had a picnic in the living room and watched a movie before bed.  I missed my boys, but we sure did have a great Valentine’s Day!

That’s it for today!  Tomorrow, I’m sharing all of my TOP THREE FAVORITE (fill in the blank).  I have a whole big list (binge watching shows, Starbucks drinks, etc), but if there is some funny/random top three you want me to answer, tell me today and I’ll try and put it on my post tomorrow.  Just comment here!

Have a great Monday, friends!  I’ll see you guys tomorrow!

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Comments

    • Kellie says

      I love how little Madeley “cheeses” so hard that her eyes disappear! That girl love the camera!

  2. Sarah says

    Top 3
    … places you still want to visit
    … budget friendly birthday gifts for friends
    … boys & girls name (if you had more kiddos)

  3. Erika Slaughter says

    Judging by Madeley’s cross cross apple sauce skills, I’d say she’s ready for kindergarten!

  6. AngieN says

    How about Top 3 favorite memories from your childhood or Top 3 games to play with kids? Love your blog!

  8. Sarah Shaneyfelt says

    What a sweet Valentine’s Day y’all had!! I love that you had a special place fixed for them at breakfast 🙂 I’d like to know your top 3 favorite pairs of jeans!
    MeetTheShaneyfelts

  9. Sarah says

    Favorite meals to bring to a new mom:)

    Favorite meals to make if you have another family over for dinner.

    Can’t wait to read your answers!

  10. Elizabeth says

    Shay—love that you’re wearing the Red Sox’s farm team shirt—I’m sure there’s a story there. I live in RI!

  15. Kristen says

    Love how festive you guys are! I have a 6 month and I can’t wait to go all out with him! I know you’ve linked it before but where is your heart sweatshirt from?

    • Claire Klein says

      Yes, favorite travel gear! Let’s stretch it out–three fave travel makeup items, three fave travel snacks, travel apps… 🙂

  21. Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams says

    That’s awesome you all got to play outside on Valentine’s Day! I loved your breakfast setup for the kids too! If you can list your top 3 places you’ve travelled to, I would love to know!

    Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams

  22. Christina Giorgio says

    Hey Shay, Love your blog so much! I read it every morning?
    Can you answer: Top 3
    – Casual/comfy outfits
    – Workouts
    -vacation Spots
    – Breakfast items for yourself
    – Devotional books

  27. Becky says

    Top 3…
    – budget friendly birthday part gifts
    – vitamins to keep you healthy
    – tips to your successful and happy marriage

  29. Kaylie Cross says

    I thought your kids always did their homework in the morning? They must be getting ahead of the game doing it at night now!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      Well, I didn’t make them do it on Valentine’s Day morning (that didn’t sound like fun!).

  30. Jaime says

    Hi shay! Can you do top 3 places to buy kids clothing. Also can you do your top 3 tips for planning a Disney vacation. Thanks

  34. Sierra says

    Top 3 gifts new moms actually want/need!
    Top 3 ways to take time for yourself (you seem so busy taking care of your beautiful family, I am just curious how you find time to relax!)
    Top 3 blogging tips!

  36. Theresa Wenz says

    How about top three favorite Yankees? ? Just kidding….sort of. In all seriousness, I love how you make things so special for your kids and family. ❤️

  37. Bailey says

    -Top 3 baby names (that you didn’t use!)
    -Top 3 places to travel/fave family vacations
    -Top 3 family dinners

  39. Emily Burke says

    *Top 3 favorite “Easy” busy night dinners! (kid friendly!)
    *Top 3 favorite lip glosses/lip products
    *Top 3 favorite “mom hacks”

  40. Nichole says

    Shoutout to the Pawtucket Red Sox! Growing up in Rhode Island, we loved going to McCoy Field for games. So much fun. #goredsox

  41. Erin E Port says

    So many good ideas for tomorrow’s post, can’t wait to read it. Sounds like such a fun Valentine’s Day! My kids love a carpet picnic, we call it!!!

  43. Lauren says

    Top3 tips :
    -to making everyday special
    -having a happy and successful marriage
    -staying positive and happy

  45. Taylor R says

    1. Top three favorite Bible verses.
    2. Top three favorite things to do on the weekend.
    3. Top three favorite gifts to give your husband.

  48. Amanda Wilson says

    Top 3 places you want to travel you have never been
    Top 3 bloggers
    Top 3 reasons your kids get in trouble.
    Top 3 things that drive you CRAZY as a mom
    Top 3 household chores you don’t like and like
    Looking forward to tomorrow’s post!!
    Have a great day Shay

  49. Lisa D says

    Top 3 things to do with kids when the weather outside is not good — and not tv or movies!
    Thanks, I enjoy your blog and love all the cute family pics you post.

  51. Leslie S says

    I have 3 kiddos and when we go to appointments, lessons, etc they each bring things (kindle, snacks, homework, books, racecars,etc) it’s hard to keep up with it without losing my sanity!
    So…. top 3 ways you do “about town” with kid stuff.

  54. Jenny says

    Can’t wait for tomorrow! Top 3 Disney cruise tips (Erika is planning mine), fav podcasts and German restaurants!

  55. Jennifer M says

    Unrelated to today’s post… but wanted to let you know that I finally ‘get it’ about The Greatest Showman. you and erika both talked about it so much… we decided to give it a try even though the movie summary didn’t exactly make me think I’d like it all that much. Now we are that family that has rewatched it 10 times and knows all the songs and plays the soundtrack in the car etc etc 😛

  56. Colleen says

    – top three trips with children
    – top three places you and your husband want to go (adult only trip) or have been
    – top three favorite articles of clothing (or specific tips, bottoms etc)

  57. Gail Young says

    Top 3 embarrassing moments….( Lets be real, we all have them!!). One of my kids tripped and grabbed my skirt and it ended up around my ankles…at church!

  58. WhittyWife says

    Side note: I would LOVE it if you did another Trader Joe’s post after your recent trip where you said you tried even more new items. I just shopped there and got a bunch of items that you recommended! 🙂

  62. Holly says

    You always seem to have the best ideas for making holidays or any day special!!
    So… Top 3 Ways/Ideas to make Everyday Special or fun for your family
    3 Cozy items you can’t do without in your home!
    3 Pet Peeves..?
    3 things you look forward to each day, big or small!

  63. Kimberly C says

    Top 3 least favorite household chores
    Top 3 pieces of advice to making marriage work and happy
    Top 3 pieces of advice for someone who would like to start a blog

  64. kellie says

    So, so fun! We always do fun valentine’s on the table in the morning and sweet treats. My husband gets flowers for ALL his girls, me, our daughter and daisys for our little Bi-shu named Daisy-Belle! hahaha! EVERY girl gets to feel special!
    I spy a PAWTUCKET Red Sox T-shirt! We live about 20 mins from Pawtucket (in MA) and love going to Paw-Sox games in the summer. I know you love Fenway, but McCoy Stadium is super family friendly, has fireworks after Saturday games (usually) and is WAAAAY less expensive. We always make it part of our summer — and you usually see a Red Sox player or two rehabing down there.

  65. Yley Allen says

    How about your top 3 places to travel to with kids, and your top 3 places you dream of traveling to. Then maybe your top 3 quick and easy dinners? Baseball season started back up last week and our schedules are pretty tight!

  66. Susan says

    What do you say to family/friends who want to call your kids by a nickname? Like did they try to call Kensington “Kensie” ? I have an Addilyn and my FIL asked “when are we going to start calling her Addie?” I just politely said “we’re not”.

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I told them no. Most people never tried to shorten her name, but the few that did, Andrew and I told them upfront that we didn’t name her that and they need to call her by her actual name. Andrew himself was good at this because he doesn’t like people shortening his name either.

  73. Kristine says

    -Top three brands of quality swimsuits! (I don’t know why but I struggle so hard with finding a suit that looks cute but also holds up with chasing kids all day by the pool!)
    -Top three vacations you took with your family as a child
    -Top three favorite spots in McKinney (could be grocery stores, clothing stores, parks, coffee shops, etc!)

    So excited for this post! I hope you make it a monthly thing!

  75. K says

    top 3 family-friendly movies for kids ages 6 and under
    top 3 book series for 1st-3rd grade girls
    top Target finds – fashion, home, or otherwise

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