It’s our first official day of summer!
(Insert all the happy feelings right here!)
Here’s hoping you have a spectacular weekend!
Yesterday was the last day of school. Look at these comparisons…
…not only have my kiddos grown physically, but they have matured so much over the last nine months too. It’s bittersweet to wrap up this school year. We loved their teachers, we loved their classes, we loved everything about first and kinder…we’re leaving on such a high note.
Ahhhh! We had such a wonderful time on Saturday night at a neighborhood party. This was a favorite of mine FOR SURE! Speaking of favorites…my black dress there that you’ve now seen me in approximately 4,693 times. Well…after I wore it yet again on Saturday night, I went ahead and ordered a second one in blue. Because for $48…I needed two (or else I was going to wear the black one out!). It comes in 6 pretty colors and I obviously just can’t quit it :). And my new summer earrings are from Bauble Bar and are already sold out. Boo. You can find a multitude of similar ones here though also from Bauble Bar.
We did it! We did something good for ourselves every day in May. Thank you so much for participating with me and for throwing out such great suggestions. Several of them were really good for me and I hope to continue them into the summer (and make them a permanent habit!).
To see our complete list, look below:
May 1: No caffeine for the day
May 2: Write down 3 things you’re grateful for that day
May 3: Read instead of watching TV after dinner
May 4: Schedule your annual skin check/OB appointment/dental cleaning (whatever you’ve been putting off!)
May 5: Drink 6 to 8 (8 oz) glasses of water today
May 6: Pay it forward! (Hold open a door, buy someone a drink at Starbucks…whatever you can do to pay it forward)
May 7: Be intentional with the people you’re with today
May 8: Tell a mom that you know that she’s doing a great job
May 9: Go to bed earlier than normal
May 10: Wake up earlier than normal
May 11: No social media after 6:00 PM
May 12: Walk the extra mile (park further away, take the stairs instead of the elevator…just go a little further today)
May 13: Write 3 cards and send them to 3 different people
May 14: Clean out a junk drawer
May 15: Stretch or do yoga
May 16: Meatless Monday! Go vegetarian for the day!
May 17: Have a quiet time
May 18: Walk one mile after dinner
May 19: No sugar for the day
May 20: Do a fitness activity at home off of Pinterest
May 21: We stay positive all day long
May 22: Clean out a closet
May 23: Eat dinner without any electronics
May 24: 30 minutes of exercise
May 25: Donate something
May 26: Spend time with your girlfriends
May 27: Enjoy a meal outside
May 28: Try something new
May 29: Watch the sunrise and/or sunset
May 30: Thank someone who does or has served in our armed forces
May 31: Write down some goals for June
Random I know…but I’ve been loving these Outshine popsicles. They come in a variety of flavors but I only buy the coconut…because I can’t get enough coconut in my life. I was about to finish one the other day and snapped a pic for you. Who doesn’t love popsicle season?!
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Okay…remember how a few weeks ago, I told you ladies that I found this new Lancome lipstick and gloss that I love? And several of you told me to try their mascaras? Well, I did and LOVED IT! So…I did something crazy…I tried one of their waterproof mascaras and a waterproof eyeliner…because come summertime, I often find myself in the pool at the end of the day and if I have on regular eye makeup, then I look all crazy when I get in and it runs everywhere. So, let me introduce you to my two new friends…
I wore both over the weekend and my eye makeup never ran. Never. Now, if I’m home or head to the pool early in the morning, I just skip makeup. But take Sunday for instance…I went straight from church to my mom’s house, so I put this on for church and then swam at my mom’s and did not look all crazy eyed when I got out of the pool. #winning
I bought the liner in chocolate (but it also comes in 19 other colors!) and I bought the mascara in excessive black.
Nordstrom noticed that I was naturally using their new Sexy Summer Beauty Products (which is now trending on their site)…I mean, who doesn’t want sexy summer beauty ;)??? So, they asked me to share some of my faves. Several of the items were already in my bathroom drawer including the mascara and liner above. Here are two of the other summer beauty staples that I love…
Love Nars blush in Orgasm. It’s a cult classic that looks great on EVERYONE! Read the reviews…everyone loves it!
And these lip pencils are some of my favorite too because they stay on all day long and don’t melt in your bag. And when you live in Texas and your bag is in the heat a lot…not melting is a big deal! I have Roman Holiday and Sex Machine but they come in a multitude of colors!
So, that’s some of my favorite summer stuff to go along with my new eyeliner and mascara. Look below for just a few more fun sexy summer beauty pieces…
Need a little sweet recipe for your summer? I have you covered! Yesterday, I posted 16 Simple Summer Sweets that would accompany any great summertime supper.
And speaking of great summertime suppers…
…my Gorgonzola & Grilled Peach Burger is my favorite burger of the season so far! Insanely delicious. I’m talking…crazy good. Click here to see the recipe.
That’s it for my Friday Favorites!
See you Monday friends!
xo
Ramona says
Oh my gosh! What a fabulous Friday favorites. I too love the outshine coconut Popsicles. I want your black dress in all the colors. So pretty. And I love those two lip colors you posted! I will be picking them up today. It's my first day of summer too. Have an awesome one! 🙂
brookerichardson says
I really need a good waterproof mascara!!! I'll definitley be trying that out 🙂 And our all girls pic from Saturday night turned out so cute!!!!
One more thing, I'm obsessed with anything coconut as well, yum!
Paige says
This is random, but a while ago i saw you write a note on a note card with all of your families' names on them—-where did you get them?
Jodie says
You post a lot of meal & dessert recipes. Any chance you can share some appetizer recipes? I love your meals and I'm sure your appetizers would be just as yummy. Thanks!
Bri Bliss says
I have that dress in two colors too – the pink & the orange/red – it's just so perfect! I am wearing it to a casual wedding this weekend, but I just wore the other color out for a casual day of shopping too. So versatile!
Erika Slaughter says
Yes, yes, yes!! Great years in kinder and first now off to celebrate summer! 🙂
Narci says
We had such a great time with everyone that night!! So fun!! Also, you look amazing in that black dress!! Can't wait to see the blue!! Xoxo Happy summer, friend! Love you!!
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
Several things: 1) I cannot believe how much Smith has grown!!!!!! 2) I love a coconut popsicle. 3) Your summer beauty finds are so fun! I need to try those NARS lipsticks!
The Cold Coffee Blog says
I need some waterproof makeup like yesterday! Thanks for sharing!
Dana says
I love those Outshine pops too! Not many calories and a good little dose of protein. I know you love your coconut but if you're a pineapple fan, their pineapple ones are amazing!! Happy Friday and Happy SUMMER!!
JH says
For some who repeatedly warns her readers about skin cancer, you spend an awful amount of time lying in the sun!!!!
Mix and Match Mama says
That's why I preach SPF so much!! You gotta take care of your skin!
Karah says
I love all your favorite beauty products. I need that waterproof liner and those lip pencils. Thank you for sharing. Also yay for summer now if it would just quit raining here in Texas.
Amanda-Cupcake N Dreams says
I love the Leith dress! I think I need the purple one 🙂 Happy start of summer to the Shull kids!
Aubrey says
Those first and last day pics are presh. Smith's height! Kensington's face! These kiddos of ours are growing up so quickly. (Tear.)
Megan says
I love seeing first and last day pics! ️Adorable! And I might need that black dress. It looks adorable on you! Happy summer girl!
Molly Kissel says
What do you use to remove your waterproof liner and mascara? I can never find any cleanser or wipe to get it completely off.
Mix and Match Mama says
Coconut oil! Its brings it right off!
Genevieve Hughes Graham says
Happy Summer! I was curious the size you own for the Leith dress? Is is true to size? Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
Mine are XS and yes, I believe that's probably true to size. You'll love it!
Melanie Lien says
I was just coming in here to ask this. Thanks!
Jordyn Upchurch says
That Nars blush is a forever favorite of mine! It looks great on everyone and it lasts all day, I just adore it!
xoxo, SS
The Southern Stylista
Mix and Match Mama says
Girl, you'll love it!
mw says
Where did you get that "First day of" sign?
Shelbee On The Edge says
This is such a great and inspiring favorites list!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
ggdall says
Love the blog! My summer organizational question for you…. managing beach towels with a pool. What is your system? We have always had a pool, and every summer this is a struggle for us. Where do you hang? Does each kid have a special towel so you don't end up with 20 dirty? help!!!! thanks!!!!