Day 253: I have that kid who won’t wake up at school. Lights on, kids running around, parents picking children up to go home…and he’s sound asleep in the corner. Day 254: Cooking up breakfast on Good Morning Texas Day…
Caramel Apple Cider Cupcakes
Hello yummy. If you want to know what September tastes like…take a bite out of one of these cupcakes. Cider plus caramel plus frosting equals perfection in my book. Enjoy! Shopping List 1 box of spice cake mix 1 cup…
Kensington’s Pop Star Party!
Last night, Kensington had her first “friend” party! In my head, I didn’t think she would have a party with friends until she was about 12, but then in April, Erika hosted Ebby Lee’s 4th birthday party at the…
Dinner Tonight: Sausage and Kale Soup
I was flipping through my Hometown Harvest cookbook looking for a quick and simple soup recipe when I saw this one…I thought it seemed really easy and maybe a little bland but I tried it anyway. And oh my goodness!…
Fifty Two Shades of Shay: Boots
I’ve already told you about my love of wedges. They are my shoe of choice (I mean come on…even this graphic has a wedge on it!). But if it’s not wedge season, then I must wear something else…and thus, I…
Apple Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Last month, I made some Easy Ice Cream Sandwiches that were such a hit, I’ve already decided to mix and match them. This time, I took apple pie as my inspiration and whipped up these simple little treats for your…
On her birthday…
Yesterday, Kensington turned FIVE! She gets to have a little friend party tomorrow and then our family will celebrate this Saturday, so on her actual birthday, we let her do her favorite things. It was such a wonderful day! Back…
Meal Planning Monday #3
Happy Monday everyone! This week, we’ll be repeating some key ingredients: corn, apples, broccoli, and bacon. I’m keeping things simple, I’m keeping things September (hello apples!) and I’m keeping things fast. Enjoy your week! Day 1: Meatball Sliders are incredibly delicious and…
Happy Birthday Kensington Kate!
Today, our sweet Kensington Kate is five years old! I can hardly believe it. She has grown up way too fast. Kensington gave me the best title I will ever receive…mom. On September 15, 2008, she made me a…
Bar #4: PB&J
It’s the beginning of the school year, and my mind always thinks of peanut butter and jelly…the quintessential lunch staple that is filling millions of lunch boxes each day. This little bar is for all of the PB&J lovers in…
Sausage and Egg Breakfast Cups
On Wednesday morning, I got to make breakfast with my friends on Good Morning Texas. It was such a fun experience! On the menu, easy breakfast items moms can make for their busy kiddos in the morning. These sausage and…
Shay’s Pajama Party: September with Kelly!
I am so excited for my first edition of Shay’s Pajama Party! Each month, a co-host and I will dish on certain topics pertaining to that month. We’ll talk food, fashion, holidays, mom life, and “me” time. It’s a slumber…
