Vlog | Celebrating Birthdays

[@LisainCalifornia]

I am sure you already know this but the reason the kids voices are so loud is that your house is so empty. If you hang your pictures up and get some more furniture and rugs it will blunt the echo and sound so much. I would want that for you too-make your house more cozy and homey. It may be affecting your mood more than you think. You have a lovely home but it still looks like you just moved in and haven’t yet unpacked

[@Joy-zf6cs]

I’ve worked w several interior decorators that have always given the same advice. When moving into a new home always wait before decorating , whether it be window treatments, wall art and even some furniture,to get a feel for what you will want to live with. Most make the mistake of running around filling walls and spaces right away only to regret it.

[@LisainCalifornia]

@@Joy-zf6cs Well, you may be right. I am a mom and I know when we move I unpack right away and try to make it more cozy and homey, but that may not be what a designer would pick. The truth is moving is hard emotionally for children and adults alike, so I like to make it feel like home immediately, not only for myself but for others. Your designer may disagree.

[@sarahchetty3309]

Okay, I have an honest question that I promise is just that, a question: Why do you make vegan stuff for your children when they aren't vegan ... and neither are you? You've said you aren't vegan, but plant-based, and regardless, you eat chicken and fish and eggs ... so why no dairy, etc? I can understand if it upsets your stomach, but why for the kids and other people coming over? Just curious!

[@junejune1031]

With things going so awesome with you and don have you considered doing family birthdays so both parents are there at any kid birthday parties? I have a family member who does this and it’s awesome for the kids and the parents too

[@colz83]

Might be a covid issue this year

[@junejune1031]

@@colz83 nah, that wouldn’t make sense. Kids are a common denominator between households as far as virus transfer goes

[@junejune1031]

@@lololololol1111 I don’t think so... she’s talked loads about how all is great with them all. What makes you think they’d want distance?!? 😬

[@Sissytaz]

It doesn't make sense that you distance from your parents but send your kids to school. The children are more apt to get something from school thN their grandparents.

[@chrissybouchat101]

I think we should be protecting the elderly. Outbreaks in daycares and schools don’t seems to have the same effect as family gatherings

[@akimber0404]

Just curious, if you guys aren’t vegan, why does the cake need to be vegan?

[@rebeccamadigan6735]

If I remember correctly, her body reacts poorly to dairy. She did put eggs in the cake, so it wasn't vegan.

[@jennstns9]

Why can’t they make vegan and non-vegan things whenever they choose..?

[@carolyndegiuseppe4194]

It’s called her choice

[@akimber0404]

@@jennstns9 I’m just curious about why? It doesn’t make sense to me. Some things have to be fully vegan but then she buys mounds of cured meats. It’s confusing.

[@carolyndegiuseppe4194]

@@cristalee3448 well I think at 3 he probably doesn’t really care so long as it has sprinkles.

[@doandroidzdream]

The reason why we like grocery hauls is that it helps give us shopping ideas.

[@chenlin4996]

You're an empath to yourself, don't see it with others.

[@chicmommaplants9692]

I’m going to try the cake recipe for my boys 6th birthday..he loves everything vanilla...:) which size cake pans did you use ?

[@magsrowe3651]

What a sweet and thoughtful gift from Emily.

[@jillc4720]

Happy birthday 🎉. Curious though why you replace certain ingredients with vegan friendly alternatives, but then use eggs and butter ?

[@WithWonder]

I don’t eat dairy and I wanted cake ☺️

[@jackies466]

What about your Charbonnel et Walker Advent calendar? 🤔

[@mommafletch]

@@WithWonder Butter is dairy....

[@carlynhelaine]

@@mommafletch she uses vegan butter. She’s said in the past she will eat dairy on occasion.

[@mommafletch]

@@carlynhelaine That was margarine?

[@blonde761]

Awwwww good job blowing out those candles Donny! What a sweet and cozy vlog - the kids are both adorable and I recognized your mom and dad’s voices right away. So happy you always have them and their support. Happy Birthday Jen & Donny! 🎂 🎈

[@JuletJulet]

I love your soft voice and sweet personality. Thank you for sharing your Birthday and your son's with us. I hope yours was very happy. You're a giver to bless others on your day! 🥳🎁💝

[@cristinab9722]

Jen what size is your pullover? Thinking of getting one - Do they run big? Is yours the aqua colour?

[@ashleyright1021]

I see an increasing number of negative comments on your videos. Here is what you gotta do: 1. Sit and think if this really is your career 2. Revamp your channel. Take all the negativity away. Look professional and joyful. Don’t mention how low or down you feel. Don’t mention how you feel at all. 3. If you are not upto that, declare it is not your career and you’d post wtf you want to and disable comment. If you don’t do either, just like you think you got a right to post wtf you want at your channel, the viewers got a right to post whatever they feel like commenting as well. Negativity invites negativity. I see some comments that why people feel the need of rude commenting when they can just ignore or not watch.. I dunno, just like why do you feel the need to document your sorry life and your fall from glory and you choose to show that dysfunctional life to the internet, the internet also feels like giving a feedback to your show, even though they can just be nice or ignore.

[@ashleyright1021]

@@RAH1124 Amen!! She could do organization videos, makeup videos, hell, even interesting vegan recipes.. all she does is vlogs these days cause that’s the least bit of effort. Vlogs are ok once in a while and/or you have an interesting life, travel, shop etc. Not if you are sitting on your ass in grey frumpy sweatshirts inside a grey and white empty morgue every single day while moping infront of the camera about your wrecked heart.

[@llnw5600]

🤔Why no party decor? Is it because of Covid?

[@Christinalovespink91]

So decorations carry the virus now? 😂

[@llnw5600]

@@Christinalovespink91 🤣🤣🤣

[@lulaslife]

Jen, your vlogs are by far my favorite videos of yours. Thanks for sharing.

[@sutaylor2581]

As a new parent who is navigating parenting for the first time, I was wondering - does having double birthday parties, multiple cakes, two sets of birthday/Christmas presents etc have the potential to spoil kids? I guess it is also about setting expectations with the kids as well. Would love for Jen to talk about her approach with her kids.

[@jennellebailey]

As a child of divorce I always had double everything too. I think it just comes with the territory.

[@rachelvanveldhuizen1945]

Happiest of belated birthdays to you!!!!

[@Paula-xp7ve]

What a great celebration! Happy Birthday to you and Donny both! Love your dad’s singing voice. YOU ARE THE BEST AND DON’t FORGET IT ❤️❤️❤️

[@roxy72]

Did I miss a video about CC's birthday? I think hers was recent as well, and I'd love to see it. :) Happy birthday!

[@ashleyright1021]

There was no video for CC’s birthday and no elaborate Insta stories. She also mentioned her world changed after having Donny ... you’d imagine that statement should come after first time experiencing motherhood.

[@TheAggie2309]

Ashley Right what you're not so subtly implying is so mean and uncalled for, on top of being completely false. As a long time viewer I can tell you that Charlotte was Jen's greatest gift and something she longed for for a very long time. That little girl is so loved and there's nothing to prove otherwise so your mean-spirited, baseless assumptions can go, they truly have no place here. Jen shows how much love she has for both her kids equally on a daily basis, not that she has to prove anything or that anyone but you would in their right mind think otherwise.

[@ashleyright1021]

@@TheAggie2309 oh yea? That’s why in the latest video she whines how CC won’t stay up in her room or won’t nap linger (leaving Jen the hell alone?).. yes she longed for kids because she thought that even though she was a worthless housewife who did nit gave a career and yet, did not cook or clean, giving birth to kids would make her spot among the Ross clan permanent and seal her deal on the Ross millions. When despite going through the trouble of birthing two kids that did not happen, she resented those kids. I mean, we all know, her marriage was destroyed because she overcomplicates everything to the point she could not be functional member of the society, let alone a mom, she was so overwhelmed with two kids.

[@b.mckenzie4141]

I have to congratulate you on your independence and how far you've come. I loved that everything for Donnie's b-day was home made from the pizza to the cake and the frosting. And Happy Birthday to you!

[@kayos7347]

Hi Jen, I've been silently watching for years but have found extra calm and peace in watching your videos since last March. Just wanted you to know we aren't seeing my parents/in laws who live 10 min away either. It's devastating. Especially since they were both primary caregivers before I began working from home. We see them outside, masked, but with our winter that has become less. And Zoom with young kids is just.... OOF. I'm grateful that you're sharing the ways you're still isolating and prioritizing keeping your extended family/ parents safe. So many people it seems have "given up" and I find myself questioning my decisions to hold strong. But I do. I keep holding strong. And we will get there! Anyway. Thanks. From Evanston.

[@yoreliseday5392]

Happy belated birthday to both of you. Donny had a wonderful time he was so happy. Sweet and loving gathering. Thanks for sharing 😊💕

[@andyplans_843]

Happy belated birthday to you 🎂🎉

[@JenniSchaffer]

Love how kids cook with you! What great memories for all!

[@JustCallMeAnnie]

Looked like a lovely celebration. Thanks for showing us, Jen! 💕🥳

[@jenb4583]

This made me sad to hear Don was having a gathering with his side of the family. After almost 20 years together were you invited? I know divorce must be so hard. Prayers and good thoughts coming your way. And Happy 38th Birthday!

[@scrapgirl82]

Perhaps it’s because they cannot mix the families due to the virus?

[@terinarichardson5971]

I think Don has a new girlfriend. I don't see why they couldn't have a birthday party together. A couple who gets along so wonderfully and are good friends (her words) shouldn't have any issues having a B-Day party together for the sake of the child. I mean, they all went to Utah together, what's different now? They're not getting along behind the scenes or more than likely Don has a girlfriend.

[@jenniferorr5170]

Happiest of Birthdays!! When I went through my divorce, it was the hardest time of my life, but also one of the most beautiful. And life continues and honestly for me, is so much better!

[@jenniferpaul4683]

Happy Birthday to you and Donnie! Glad you had a lovely day celebrating!💓🎂🎉

[@thearmstrongs]

I am so glad you got to see your parents. I sure they were beyond thrilled to be with you and the children. As a grandmother, i know it has been so hard. I got my first shot today! I was so excited. Happy birthday Jen! Hope you have a fabulous year! Jackie from Indiana

[@offtomilan]

Happy belated birthday Jen! All the best this year xo

[@celinasvahins7502]

Happy Birthday to Jen and Donnie !! With prayers and best wishes for many, MANY more.

[@kittencreates2785]

Happy HAPPY Birthday to YOU! Brilliant idea to have a separate fun candle blowing out, especially during these times. Happy Birthday to Donny, too!

[@Spoonfullofsugarvlogs]

Happy Birthday to you both! This was a lovely vlog, very heart warming.

[@sharonlesage8399]

Happy birthday Jen!! And a happy 3rd birthday to Donny as well!! I love the grocery hauls!! Sometimes you’ll pull something out of the bag that I need to add to my list, lol 😆

[@nancyg323]

Bought my 4 year old the same Construction site books for his Birthday last week!! Little Blue House has a pj set to match. Love their gear. Local to me, Canadian/ Montreal company.

[@Silver.Maple.Cottage]

Happy Birthday Jen & Donnie!! 🎉 You are such an amazing woman! 💪 Keep doing what you do pretty lady! We all love you and your family 💕

[@kelleyhasapis1]

So glad that you had great family time for Donny’s birthday!

[@anneckhartvlogs]

Happiest of birthdays to both you and sweet Donny!!!!

[@bethguernsey8241]

Happy birthday to you, Jen and to Donny! I loved this video! Thank you for sharing!

[@jenniferfletcher2301]

Happy belated birthday Jen and Donny! It looks like y’all had a great day celebrating. Where is your table that is by your stairs from?

[@graytchel26]

Happy birthday Jen and Donny. What a lovely celebration.

[@toddray275]

Happy Happy Birthday!! May Love and Happiness follow you the Rest of your Days!!

[@gadson100]

Happy Birthday Jen and Donny!!! Just catching up now. Everything looked divine. Cake, pizza, soup. I love love love pizza. I have it every year on my bday. Welcome to 38 Jen. "38 special" all year lol is what i say lol. xoxo from new orleans, la

[@kristenangela1632]

That cake looks amazing!!!’ I have to try it!!! By the way, my girls love watching you and your family!!!❤️🎀😍

[@debcrauthers1454]

Happy Birthday to you Jen and Donnie. Your day looked very sweet and special for all of you. You continue to be a great planner. Tfs

[@hangoutwithme346]

For people who are divorced, can someone explain to me why families don’t all come together for kid birthdays? Is it just because it’s awkward or is there a theory that it’s better for the kid? I would personally want both parents to have access to the child on that special day. Thoughts?

[@jennstns9]

Depends on the relationship between the parents. If they do not get along, it would be best for them not to be in the same space for a party. If they are civil, it would be great to have them together but sometimes they feel it’s awkward. Sometimes parents put their own feels in front of those of their children and don’t come together because they think it’s awkward. It could also be very confusing to young children because they might see mom and dad in the same room getting along and think their parents are getting back together. It’s really a tricky situation and is held in different ways for every split couple.

[@kindagyon3911]

@@jennstns9 yes absolutely!!! That is why it’s so damn confusing! Jen claims she is good friend with Don. They meet for Coffee to discuss custody schedules. She went on a RV trip with her ex-husband and spent a month together, in SAME vacation house in Utah. So why would not she have a joint celebration for the happiness of a 3 years old toddler who does not understand what divorce is!!! This is asinine! None of her decisions make any sense! Just like imposing vegan pancakes, cakes and cookies on her kids, friends and family while she herself eats chicken, eggs and salmon. I mean I want to know what goes inside her brain!

[@jennstns9]

@@kindagyon3911 Let’s not speak on others. What Jen does is her prerogative. What anyone does in this kind of situation is their own business. I’m sure there’s a reason they chose to have separate parties. Or maybe there’s not. Who cares? She’s not obligated to share that with anyone.

[@jennstns9]

@@kindagyon3911 also, why is everyone so bent out of shape about the vegan food? I’m sure you “impose” un-vegan food to your family. Why are people so upset when the word “vegan” shows up. Vegan food is good, and no I’m not vegan 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@carolyndegiuseppe4194]

@@kindagyon3911 why on earth do you care so much? It’s her life, let her live it. Just enjoy her content or don’t watch it

[@kelishacorridon1859]

My favourite part was watching Donny blow his smiles such a sweet moment. The party looked awesome Jen. Donny and CC are so lucky to have you as their mother.

[@RAE546]

That baby blue color is beautiful on you!! And happy birthday Donny!

[@1bestfriend2u18]

Happy birthday Jen. Have the best 38th available to you and if you choose not to that's also fine. 🤗

[@traceygibson897]

Happy Birthday to you both! You made a lovely meal for your family!❤️🎂🎉

[@MissTupsy]

Happy Birthday Jen!!! Hope it's the best ever!!! Love seeing the Donny's birthday!! I miss my kids being little!!

[@PattyShops.]

Wishing both you and little Donny a very Blessed and Happy Birthday Jen 🎈💝🎉

[@lindyf3318]

Happy birthday, Jen ❤️🎂

[@Pamperdpetals]

Happy belated birthday and many blessings to you and your family.

[@lynnwales2937]

So Delicious makes the best alternative ice cream! My favorite is Snickerdoodle.

[@tmac4790]

Happy belated birthday to you and Donny! 🎂 What you’ve shared in your vlogs has been inspirational to me. Thanks 🙏

[@caydensmommy01]

Happy Birthday to you both! My favorite KZbin family! ❤️

[@karenwade729]

Keep this positive vibe warm and hold onto it. Thanks for sharing your cute video.

[@tiddlywinks456]

Happy Birthday to Donnie/y too 🎉🎉🎉

[@lauralvegan2835]

Happy Birthday Jen.❤️ I’m excited for you and the year ahead.❤️

[@PlumebeautyDunsborough]

Happy birthday , wishing you a fabulous day . And happy birthday Big boy Donny . Xx

[@pinksealight]

I’m so excited eeeeeee :) hope you had a lovely birthday Jen x

[@lorijordan6386]

Happy Belated Birthday:). Hope your day was awesome!!

[@marceenaylor969]

Hope you had a great birthday. Happy birthday.

[@gracelonas982]

Well a very Happy Birthday to you and your little one! You are an amazing mom!

[@tammycope3145]

Happy Birthday Jen and Donny! I am happy to watch any video you make!!!

[@wallace29803]

I am a pescatarian. Are you a pescatarian also?

[@DragonWarriorMama]

I have some questions im very confused. You say you can't have dairy but you have hot cocoa and truffles during Christmas and use butter? I dont understand that, honestly. Also, will you ever get more furniture and decor, because that will help the echo and a decorate series in a new home would be good content. Will you talk more about divorce stuff, planner stuff, etc? Or an in depth memory keeping with me type stuff ? I just would like some of the old content back, honestly. And also I am confused, how come you could travel to Utah together but not do birthday party together? A life update q and a would be good, because I cant make sense of all of this. Also, you eat shrimp and chicken , why not pepperoni? Can you explain? Its just confusing. And your IG....kinda off putting to be honest, calling people jerks. Ive watched for years now but I don't know what you want from followers. Ive seen many comments and questions like this , but its never addressed or explained. Can you explain please? Also...how come cc's birthday wasn't filmed like this too?

[@darleneveno9119]

@Southern Mommy of Three... just a question, but you seemed confused 😕

[@DragonWarriorMama]

@@darleneveno9119 I am confused about some things. And im hoping she will clarify and explain it.

[@darleneveno9119]

@@DragonWarriorMama no you seem confused about a lot of things! Let me try to help you a bit... there are dairy alternatives that she probably uses in hot cocoa and I'm sure she's able to tolerate or is willing to tolerate anyway the odd truffle, I didn't see where in this video she said she could not do a birthday party together with Don so despite travelling to Utah together maybe just maybe their schedule's conflicted or just didn't want to do the party together? Maybe she just doesn't like pepperoni, either way not something to warrant anybody getting confused about. Regarding the people being jerks comment.... well let's just leave that one alone. Hope this helps😂

[@DragonWarriorMama]

@@darleneveno9119 i was asking about the pepperoni for her daughter that she mentioned . Its just been confusing and back and forth, not making any sense honestly.

[@darleneveno9119]

You eat shrimp and chicken, why not pepperoni? Again, perhaps she just doesn't like pepperoni?

[@SweetbearCoyote]

Such a cute video Jen. Charlotte was having a blast. I got such a kick out of her excitement for Donny. She loves him so much.

[@WithWonder]

She sure does 💕

[@linnsoltwedel]

Where did you get that hoodie? :D

[@denisecanady7319]

Happy birthday to you all ! May you enjoy the blessings of joy and prosperity in your life.

[@weehollie2]

No, not over seeing your food shopping! From Scotland, so it's fun to see different produce :)

[@dianna2911]

Special birthday wishes for you and Donny! I'm so glad you got together with your parents; I LOVEEEE them!!

[@DramaLlama2310]

Happy birthday!! 🎉💕 Glad you got to see your parents!

[@AbsolutelyAdorableStudio]

Happy birthday 🎂❤️ I always love the grocery hauls and food in general 😆😂

[@misaexner1037]

Happy birthday! Grocery hauls are great, it inspires me, please continue! :))

[@TatteredAndTornPages]

Happy Happy Birthday to All!!!

[@mandychu4046]

Hi Jen, Happy happy happy birthday to you and Donnie! You look very happy in the video and I'm glad that you are! I notice some people are wondering why you and Don are not celebrating together for the kids. So what, it's your decision and I respect that. What matters is that you and kids are well and happy! You do you, as Adriene puts it:)

[@smscrapper]

Happy birthday Jennifer and Donny!

[@hdzcecilia8]

happy belated birthday Jen and Donnie !!! to lots of years of health and Joy !!!

[@MariaGSL]

Happy Happy Birthday Jen!!🎈

[@kathrynstewart5863]

Such sweet children!

[@judygriggs8118]

Happy Birthday!!!🎂🎈🎁🎉 It looked like a Great Party...Good Job Jen!!!

[@elena911000]

Felíz Cumpleaños Jen y Donny !!! Un caluroso abrazo desde Houston. We love you!!!

[@JustCallMeAnnie]

Love the wrapping paper!

[@JenniSchaffer]

Jen, you are so lovely. Happy Birthday. 🥳

[@donnapanzardo3058]

Happy birthday Jen and so much more.

[@banannabelles]

Your Up sweatshirt is so happy and cute! Wishing a very happy belated birthday to you and Donny!

[@missjamielyn]

Happy Birthday Jen!

[@marissag423]

Happy belated! Waking up to a new video never gets old and “She screams in Eb” was too funny to me 💕

[@cseverin821]

You’re doing an amazing job Jen. Enjoy the process ❤️ making & creating memories. Happy birthday blessings ☺️

[@theresas8163]

Happy Birthday to both of you🎂🎁❤️

[@charlene3954]

Hope you had the best birthday!!! ❤️❤️❤️🥳🥳🥳 I am loving your blue pull over in the beginning of your video ❤️

[@lakb45]

You look happy! That’s good to see! And that cake looked gorgeous! Ohhhh, yes and Happy Birthday to you dear, Jen- 🎊🎂🥂🍾🎊

[@pamelapetrosino4437]

I hope you had an amazing birthday, Jen! Happy birthday to Donnie! This will be your year; great things are in store for you! So glad you got to spend some time with your parents.

[@mariannesears4760]

Happy birthday, Jen. Looks like it was a good one.

[@julienegley7064]

Happy Happy Birthday Jen and Donny !!!🎂🎂🎉🎉

[@starstruckfeie]

Super sweet vlog today. Happy birthday to you both 🎂. I also still love grocery hauls! And this weekend along w your martini if you haven’t already you might enjoy watching Bridgerton on Netflix! Auspicious hehe.

[@Kranzinator28]

if you ever need a shortcut-whole foods has delightful pizza dough too