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Ohhhh Baby!

by shaylajay | December 12, 2011 | Article | 44 Comments

Christmas has always been my favorite holiday. My mom knew that every year, we had to put up a Christmas tree and Christmas decorations. I love what the season represents --- the birth of my Savior, Jesus Christ, and being thankful everyday for all that...

Daddy’s Gift

by shaylajay | July 13, 2012 | Article | 6 Comments

I have been awaiting a painting by my hubster to put in the baby's nursery. I picked her nursery furniture and decided what would go on her registry, but I wanted her dad to also be a part of creating her nursery. Of course I love the fleur de lis...

Coast One Tours at Amelia Island

by shaylajay | March 18, 2023 | Article, Travel | 0 Comments

Before heading to Amelia Island, I conducted extensive research on the rich history of American Beach. A.L. Lewis, Florida's first black millionaire, had purchased several acres of land on American Beach so that blacks could have what he referred to as "rest and...

Nordstrom Rack Grand Opening

by shaylajay | October 13, 2011 | Fashion, Article | 4 Comments

Thursday, October 13th, was a great day! It marked the grand opening of Nordstrom Rack in my area and I could not wait to get there. I did not know what to expect and I wondered how many people would show up for this event. The staff began "tailgating"...

Leave a Legacy

by shaylajay | September 27, 2016 | Article | 2 Comments

A couple of weeks ago, I chartered a yacht and cruised down the Tennessee River with some amazing women who always inspire me to be the best. I know it has been a while since I sat at this computer and wrote a blog, but I've been doing some...

Fearfully and Wonderfully Made

by shaylajay | September 26, 2011 | Article | 8 Comments

This weekend was so awesome that I had to blog about it. I spoke during a women's encounter on "The Cross," and you will never know the joy that is in my heart from seeing so many women walk away from this weekend knowing their worth and walking in the authority...

Skate Night

by shaylajay | May 1, 2021 | Article | 0 Comments

My kids love the skating rink. My oldest is done after about 45 minutes, but my youngest can skate all day. I usually go with the family and sit and watch everyone skate, but my little sister has gotten into skating. I decided to join the skating crew. Here I am...

Baby Jay’s Faves

by shaylajay | March 21, 2013 | Fashion, Article, Popular | 9 Comments

These are some of the cutest and greatest must haves on my list right now. Sperry Top-Sider Boat Shoes I love these shoes, even though they are supposed to be worn on a boat, and there is no water within a couple of hours of Tucson. These cuties come in matching...

Beauty Rest

by shaylajay | April 11, 2012 | Article | 4 Comments

I have been debating on bed linens for spring/summer. I love white and the calming effect it has in a bedroom, so I chose white. I also used espresso feather down pillows as accent pieces and this is the end result --- simple and not fussy at all. My night...

Strength + Humility

by shaylajay | January 1, 2023 | Article, Featured Artist | 0 Comments

Today is officially the first day of 2023, and I spent my first waking hours saying goodbye to my Mother-In-Love and Father-In-Love as they left for Louisiana this morning. I hated to see them go, but I know they have to get back home. My family and I got dressed and...

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