Happy Tuesday, Y’all! It’s freezing cold and rainy here today. The kids are all napping, so I’m using the time to wrap some presents and do some laundry…with maybe a glass of wine…oops, did I actually just type that?? Have any of y’all heard of The Elf on the Shelf? This is our first year doing it with the girls. Should be a lot of fun! W watched the movie the other night, and it was a hit, so we figured it was time to start the tradition. If you’ve never heard of Elf on the Shelf before, I’ll post more details later this week.
Did anyone do any cyber-Monday shopping? I was super busy yesterday, cleaning and organizing around here, but I did manage to get on last night and shop around. What did I get? I was a good girl, just some more Emi-Jay hairbands…because they had free shipping, yesterday only. Here are two packs that I own.
I seriously only wear this kind of hairband now, and I love how they brighten up my usual blah pony tail. If you haven’t tried them yet, you should! They give a portion of the proceeds to Locks of Love, and they stand by their commitment that they never leave a dent in your hand. I’m one to prove it! They also look cute as a bracelet…I’m sure you’ve noticed them on my wrists in photos…I’ve always got one on hand, in case I need it! When you have time, check them out! I was going to post the free shipping promo yesterday, but my computer wasn’t cooperating, so I apologize!
As for this past weekend, as promised, here are some photos of Thanksgiving in Cheraw, at my aunt and uncle’s pig picking. The weather was beautiful, and so much of our extended family on my dad’s side came! Almost all of my cousins were there, and we had the best time hanging out! The apple doesn’t fall far…my dad comes from a large family too. He has four brothers and a sister. So minus the six of us sisters, we have eighteen cousins on one side, ranging in age from the youngest in junior high to 32 years old, and about 15 of them were there on Saturday! Needless to say, W, E and L were in heaven with all the attention.
I've been hearing so much about those hair bands. I really want to try them! I wonder if the off brand kinds work just as well.. I've seen some on Etsy.
Beautiful pics! And might I add, that you look amazing too!!! You do not look like you just had a baby 🙂 BTW…I am pregnant with baby #2, and I just got very jealous of your glass of wine! (Sigh…)
Thanks, Beesmama! You're too sweet! Oh, and that long nine month stretch is a bit difficult without some vino in your life. Good luck! At least at the end, the prize is worth it, right?
Looks like y'all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and the pictures were precious. This is our 3 year for Elf in Shelf and his named has recently changed to Chippy seeing the show the other night. My kids love him and I know your girls will as well. It is alot of fun.
I those hairbands! They are very popular at UVA!
Logan is gorgeous!!!! Of course your girls are as well, bur he is growing fast! Love those almond eyes!
Love your pictures, looks like a great time was had by all! 🙂 And for the record, there is absolutely NOTHING wrong with a glass of vino during the day. XOXO
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super cute pictures!
Stella (and Ruby) are getting their own Elf delivered on the 1st! I got the skirt for their Elf since Stella is all about everything/everyone needing to be a girl! I cannot wait to start this new tradition. I'll let you know what Stella names their Elf! Cannot wait to hear about your first year with the Elf on the Shelf too!
So happy to hear you had such a happy Thanksgiving! Fabulous photos as always. 🙂
As for the Christmas soiree, I would LOVE to have you… if only we all lived close by. Sigh. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! XOXO
Good morning from L.A.!
What great pictures from your Thanksgiving, Ashley. I know I'm lucky when I can get my son to stand still for five seconds in a picture. I've never seen the "Elf on a Shelf" movie, but I heard there is lots of love for the Elf everywhere! I've got to see what it's all about.
A lovely day to you all…
Warmly,
Elizabeth
I know tons of families who use Elf on the Shelf with their little ones. It always seems to be a big hit. A little girl I babysat years ago went to her parents one day crying, tattled on herself that her elf had seen her be bad so she hid him in the closet! LOVE the dresses the girls wore!! They are always SO CUTE! And I like your red and white stripe shirt, too. XO