I told you Steevenson thought we should “put some Christmas in the kitchen” after seeing his bedroom the other day, right? Well, I finally got around to adding some festive touches today…
Nothing over-the-top. Just a few things here and there…
We made a big batch of these mason jar cookies together after preschool. (I got it at Publix, in case anyone is wondering!)
Any guesses as to what he’s peeking over the island at in this shot? 🙂
First person to guess correctly gets…hmmm…a surprise! 🙂 And, yes, those cookie balls are ginormous, and I should’ve used a second sheet, but they turned out deeee-licious, so who cares, right? 😀 We brought some to our neighbors, the Popes, and Steevenson invited himself right in for dinner- ha! (Thanks again for sharing your spaghetti with him, Suzanne!)
Here’s a short video of “Mr. Awesome” in action if you’d like to watch. 🙂
His sense of wonder and contagious enthusiasm make me smile so big! I have SO much I want to write about him…and his dreamboat daddy…*sigh*…but I’ll have to save those stories for another day. It’s almost midnight and the sugar in those cookies wore off hours ago. 🙂
Happy weekend, friend!
Layla
Nothing could be as delicious as that adorable boy! Thanks so much for sharing.
I think Steevenson is peeking over to watch KitKat. What a precious video. Happy Holidays!!
He is so cute! So happy for you guys and this exciting time in your lives. Your posts always brighten my day. Thank you for sharing your love and light with us. Merry Christmas to you and your family! Oh, and I think Steevenson is eyeing the cupcakes on the counter beside the poinsettia 🙂
I’m hoping he’s peeking at Kit Kat!
I think he’s probably eyeballing those cupcakes! Merry Christmas!
I think Steevenson is looking over the counter to see where his cookie ball went. Thanks for sharing your wonderful life. It always makes my day. Merry Christmas!
I’m thinking kit kat OR your puppy?❤️?, the Christmas touches are Beautiful, and your little guy….. priceless!!!!!!!
Hugs from Michigan,
Lisa❤️?⛄️?
Could he be any cuter?! So very happy for you! Happy Holidays!
Your kitchen looks lovely and festive, but sorry once again Steevenson stole the show?! He is such a good baker and quick! Made me laugh about him inviting himself in at neighbors for dinner! I’m pretty sure if he showed up at my door I couldn’t resist having him join us for dinner either! Wonderful Christmas memories for all of you! Happy Holidays!
A new shipment box of LULAROE coming in!
I am thinking he is peeking at his sweet daddy! Thank you for sharing all your preciousness of Mr. Awesome, your family and opening your home to all of us! Merry Christmas! I am thinking…. it will be one you remember forever! 🙂
Cathy
If he’s anything like my boy he would be peeking over to catch a moment of Paw Patrol!
You’re correct, Katy! 😀 Drop me a line at [email protected] if you’d like to share your mailing address and claim your surprise! 😀
Oh, Layla! Everything about this is just AWESOME! Much love to you guys this Christmas!
PS – I’m guessing Mr. Awesome spied a “machine” or construction crew outside. 🙂
I teared up with tears of joy for you watching the video. It makes me remember our first Christmas with our adopted kiddos 6 years ago. I’m pretty sure my smile was as big as yours is now. Thanks for sharing your journey, struggles and joys alike. It’s been beautiful watching God unfold it. The memories are so so precious. Merriest Christmas ever.
Love, Love, Love every priceless minute you share with your sweet baby!,,
Do not let Stevenson hear me say the word baby but no matter what age, they are always our baby.?.
I would guess he may be eyeing his adorable self in the mirror.
Happy Friday. Big internet hugs to you all .
I think Stevenson is looking at the cookies on the cooling rack waiting and wondering when he can eat one.
Sweet video. It brings me such great joy to see you with so much and Stevenson by your side. May y”all have the very best Christmas ever!
I’m guessing he is peeking at Kit Kat your cat.
Is he watching KitKat? My naughty kitties are always hopping up on our barstools. ? Your son is absolutely ADORABLE! His video inspired me to bake with my little ones (2,4 & 6yo) TODAY.
He’s gotta be watching a bit of Paw Patrol!
Love his speed at rolling up that dough, it’s just like my 5 yr. old granddaughter does. She just wants to get to the end as fast as she can! I would LOVE to see how he decorates cookies with icing and sprinkles. 🙂
I’m so glad he is loving preschool too. That has to be the best, knowing that he is getting more comfortable in his new world.
I love your touches of Christmas, so soothing and understated. Very much says “HOME.”
This could be a Publix commercial! Ya’ll are precious.
Those cookies were delicious! Thank you sooo much, Steevenson!
Thanks for the Christmas cheer! I’m so happy for your family. I’m guessing he is either peeking at Max, KitKat OR a present under the tree?
adorable .he is having a blast
He is so … um … awesome!
I think Steevenson is peeking at Max begging for a bite of the cookies! Thanks for sharing!
Hysterical and adorable! (Did you go back later and “even out” the size of some of those cookie-dough balls?
Your video brought tears to my eyes. Mom & son making memories – you 3 will be having a blessed Christmas – & filled with JOY
what a wonderful and joyous Christmas you will have.. This made my day.. Loving your family.. GOD bless.
Could he be spying some Christmas presents under the tree?
I love the way he is lining the outline of the tray. He is adorable.
The love in your eyes and the joy in his…..so fun to watch! Thank for sharing.
Merry Christmas!
I think he’s reviewing the video of you making cookies!
Oh my. That is so much fun to watch you two together. I can just picture years from now when he says, “Mom? Remember when………?” You will be surprised at all he remembers even if you don’t. Keep having fun! Warms my heart. And made my day, so thank you for that.
Everything and everyone are beautiful, adorable and Christmas-y!
But the corbels! Where did you find them?
Thanks,
Amy
Can’t believe how happy & weepy it makes me to see the two of you together. Can’t have imagined your wait for this little cutie & how your heart must be nursing with love. His sweet little cookie making faces are too adorable!
What fun, happy memories you are building! My paranoid self is wondering if KitKat will try to eat your poinsettia … I can’t have one in the house because my cat (who is convinced he is on starvation rations) would nibble at it!
Steevenson might be peeking at “grandmother “. Those cookies look delicious!
He is so GORGEOUS!! Love, love, love!! The kitchen looks so pretty – I admire your talent!
Thank you, Aunt Chriss! I can hardly wait for y’all to meet! 😀
My favorite is how he moves his mouth as he rolls the dough. Adorable!
I just love the way he placed all the cookies around the edge of the cookie sheet. He
‘s adorable!
Layla, Dallas and I were wondering where you got your kitchen stools. We have them in chairs in the dining room. Ours are dark brown and they are chipping all over. I figure if we get them in the natural color, if they chip, you can’t see it. Dallas wants to paint ours and I know it won’t work, but I am going to let him do it anyway. Then I think we will want to get some natural ones like yours. Can you help me?
Lisa
Hi Lisa!
We got them at World Market a few years back. 🙂
My guess is he’s looking at the bowl to eat the dough that’s left and lick the spoon.
So happy for the three of you. Thank you for sharing. Merry Christmas
This is going to be such a special holiday season for your family. Your posts make my heart happy thank you for sharing.
Oh my!!! When did Steevenson have this latest growth spurt?!!! He’s grown at home with you!!! It’s fun isn’t it? Focus on the fun? I had an old fashioned calendar with a box that I wrote down something my child did that first year. The box isn’t large so it’s a quick “diary”. It was a way to focus on one good thing each day!! I taught school–1st grade–
And we did this at the end of the day. the kids weren’t allowed to say I had recess nor I had a great day. They had to be specific. I went to library today. It was a great day! It reinforced punctuation but also caused them to be thinking about good things throughout the day as they knew they’d have to write something. But wouldn’t it be a fun thing just to jot a bit each day. And read a year from now!!!! (Since you don’t really have an infant book) just another chore for you?!! Seriously I spent five minutes on it at end of day and then did some Bible reading. My kids got up very early for morning quiet time?✝️
Just popped over to let you know I am praying for your most special Christmas in years .. the advantage of seeing through a childs eyes .. .blessings to you at this time of light and love.