Hey, hey, hey Friday!
Amen.
I’m linking up with Andrea, Erika and Narci and sharing my favorite things from the week. Make sure you read all the way to the bottom because there is a little giveaway today!
Happiest of Fridays to YOU!
I pinned this quote this week and it’s stuck with me. I’ve scaled back a lot over the last five weeks to make more time with Madeley and you know what? I don’t want to go back to the other way. I may be a lot of things that aren’t fabulous but you know one thing I’m pretty darn good at? Saying no. And there’s going to be a lot more no in my future. So many of you have asked if I have help with my kiddos and the answer is yes…his name is Andrew. I don’t brag on my hubby much online, but let me just say that I couldn’t be me without him. Every single time I need to do something, like today for example, I’m speaking at a women’s event this morning, Andrew watches the girls. If I need to volunteer at my big kids’ school, Andrew watches the girls. If I need to take one kid to the doctor, Andrew watches the other. I feel very blessed that he has a job that allows him to stop what he’s doing to stay home during the day with kids (like when I go on overnight trips and everything), but I’m even more blessed that he wants to stay home with them. So, I’m going to say no to more stuff…but I also need to say a big thank you to the guy that’s there for me when I do chose to say yes.
A year and a half ago, I talked about The Sister Studio and their cute mugs (this is my Soul Sisters mug…I have one and Andrea has the other) and I’ve been following them on Instagram ever since…well, I don’t know what’s gotten into me lately but I’m pretty obsessed with their holiday mugs (all of their mugs, actually). They’re clever, funny, witty and super cute. So, since I’ve been purchasing them lately for gifts, I thought I’d remind you about them too. They really are so cute and would make excellent gifts this time of year!
Good news…my dress from last week has been restocked in several of the colors (including green which was completely sold out last week). You’ll wear this dress over and over and over again!
See all four colors HERE.
(Eeeeks! Updated, it’s selling out again. Green is no longer available. Boo.)
I’ve been diggin’ Loft lately. For me, Loft is hit or miss. I won’t love anything from there for months and then all of a sudden, I love everything (plus they are having huge sales daily!). Right now, these tops are on rotation in my closet…
I’ve worn this top multiple times because I love the color, the cut and the relaxed fit. I even wore it yesterday too…
…it comes in three colors. This is the fireball red. (Psssst: my leopard booties still make me so happy!)
And then lots of you asked about this top…
…which surprised me because it’s just barely peeking out, but I love it and it’s also from Loft. (The bracelets are HERE and my booties are HERE.)
Halloween wouldn’t be complete without this…
…my Candy Corn Cheesecake. It’s yellow, it’s orange, it’s white on top. And it’s delicious. AND EASY! See the recipe HERE.
This one is near and dear to my heart. Last year, I met a sweet mama who also has a daughter with Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome like Ashby…
This was us last December. We love sweet Cambree and her mom!
…and they’re doing a fundraiser by selling Be Brave shirts. We bought ours and I would love if you bought one too! These precious girls mean the world to us and words simply can’t explain what a blessing it has been to get to know this other family. If you want a cute tee for a great cause, click HERE.
And last but certainly not least this Friday…a little giveaway :).
Today, I’m giving away 10 copies of Eats! Enter below for you chance to win. If you haven’t bought Eats yet, you can do it HERE. If you’ve already bought it, then you can win a copy to gift to someone else. Twelve chapters showcasing recipes to be made all 12 months of the year. You can cook your way through Eats all year long :).
Happy Friday! See you on Monday!
xo
Narci says
Oh my goodness! You look amazing in that black dress, and I loved you in that red top yesterday! And, girl, I love that quote. So very true!!! Happy Friday, friend!!
Francie says
So excited about the giveaway! Happy Friday, Shay! http://www.supersimpleways.com
Leslie Z. says
I have the same relationship with Loft. Sometimes there’s so much, and other times I’m in and out in a matter of 5 minutes. I’m loving those mugs! I want to buy some as gifts, but also want a bunch of them for myself!
Have a great weekend, Shull Family!
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jenny says
I always look forward to your Friday Favorites! It’s easy to have lots of favorites, when the weather feels like fall! 🙂
~Jenny
http://www.introvertsguidetosobriety.com/
Susan Jeffries says
I feel the same way about Loft and right now – I love so many things! Loving that red top! I have tried a couple of your recipes that you have shared on the blog. Honestly – I am a terrible cook and I don’t enjoy cooking at all. But your recipes are simple, fun to make, and tasty. So thank you(: Susan
Sheaffer says
Lots of great stuff today. That LOFT shirt was so cute on you yesterday! And I just bought a Be Brave tee! It’s precious….just like those girls!
Erika Slaughter says
Red is your color! That top was super cute yesterday! And-good for you for saying no! Happy Friday!
Lena says
Off unrelated question, but are you binge watching anything right now? Just completed The Good Wife, so good. We seem to have the same taste in shows 🙂 I also just binge watched Frasier on Netflix. How I skipped this growing up is beyond me. Hilarious!
Mix and Match Mama says
Right now, I’m on a movie kick. I”ve been watching old romantic comedies. I need a new show! And I watch Frasier reruns all the time! One of my favorite shows EVER!
Grace says
Have you seen Scandal, How to get away with murder, castle or walking dead? Or older ones Lost, the Office, or Gilmore Girls? I constantly rewatch older rom coms, like you’ve got mail & the holiday are two of my current faves, along with sleepless in Seattle, of course!
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh gosh, Scandal is one of my favorite shows ever!! I also love Lost, The Office and Gilmore Girls. Everyone keeps telling me to watch Castle, so I think that’s probably next on my list!
Julia says
Everytime this airs, it never disappoints. Murphy’s Romance, starring Sally Field and James Garner.
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes! Yes! Yes! Yessssssss!
Regine Karpel says
Blessings beautiful Shay.
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Sarah says
Aww I’m SO happy you have such a supportive husband!! Ya know, when I think about it, the reason I’m so good at time management is also because of my hubby. I need to give that guy more credit!!
Hope you and your family have a great weekend!!
-Sarah http://www.thefrugalmillionaireblog.com
Whitney Pegram says
Girl, I love the quote about rushing through life. How true is it?!! I’ve been trying to slow down a little bit & the difference is amazing! Happy Friday!
Hayli says
Love that quote! And philosophy for life! Less “stuff” & more life! Kudos to Andrew! I have a good one, too! Happy Weekend! Oh & love those bangles!!
Lizzie @ This Happy Life says
What a great quote! I am really bad at saying no and my husband is always telling me I need to change that. I just feel like I should do it all, but I know I need down time too, to just enjoy life! Going to check out those mugs now, thanks for the gift idea!
sharon says
Love, love that quote. I just changed jobs to try and achieve more work life balance and I am shocked at the difference in my life over just 3 weeks.
I am also now very good at saying no. Used to never say it in my 20s.. was afraid of offending, hurting people…
Started saying no in my 30s and now am a pro and you know what.. the world kept turning!
Have a great weekend Shay!
Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams says
I love what you wrote about Andrew, it sounds like you guys are a great team! I need to make that candy corn cheesecake for halloween! http://www.cupcakendreams.com/
Megan says
Words cannot explain how amazing it is to have a wonderful husband who is happy to spend time with his kids. And having a job that allows him to do that is such a blessing. I thank the Lord every day for my hubby and his flexible job.
Amanda says
Love that quote! You’re right, we all need to be better about saying no. Have a Good Friday!
Tammy says
I love that mug and looked myself at Sister Studio and can’t wait to order a few of those cute mugs myself.
That cheesecake looks yummy !
Elaine Welte says
Saying no is so freeing!!!! I am not great at it because I’m such a people pleaser but I’m
Also less stressed and much happier!!! And I’d love to win your cookbooks! What a great Christmas present they’d be with a cute hand towel!!!
Britt Hensley says
Those leopard heels are killer!!
Liz says
I am a kitchen disaster and I love this cookbook! Made your Tex Mex Chili last night and it was a crowd favorite. ????????
Thank you!
Elizabeth D says
I’ll definitely be getting those Soul Sister mugs for my bestie for Xmas! Thanks for the perfect idea.
cassie {hi sugarplum} says
Such sweet words for your hubby!!! I certainly couldn’t make it without mine…nor would I want to! enjoy your weekend, friend!
Jonnette Moss says
Love catching up with you on the blog as a part of my morning routine!!! Happy Friday!!!
Nicole says
What sizes did you get in the Loft tops? So cute!
Mix and Match Mama says
I bought smalls in both!
Jess @ Red, White & Sass says
Those mugs are so cute! I had a pop up on Spotify this morning for the new MB album and instantly thought of you. It’s currently getting me through this Friday morning at work. Have a good weekend!
Stephie Chipp says
Amen to husbands who want to help and are amazing at it! I also have a husband like yours and it keeps me sane! Happy Friday!
Amber Roberts says
Love that Loft blouse on you! What size are you wearing? I have a hard time when their sizing since I don’t order that much from them. Have a blessed weekend!!
Mix and Match Mama says
I bought smalls. Happy Friday!
Andrea Breece says
Look forward to every Friday when you post your favorites and let’s be honest any time you post anything!! Thank you for keeping me going throughout the week!!
It’s Friday faves y’all!! https://andreabreece.wordpress.com/2016/10/21/its-friday-faves-yall/
MaryBeth says
I am so happy to see that Cambree travels to Boston Children’s for her appointments. My son’s docter’s are there as well. We are lucky enough to live just an hour away from this incredible resource. These girls are so sweet!
Meg says
Great post…love the shout out to the hubby and the fundraiser!!
Angela Ellingson says
I love that Oprah meme and that quote! So amazing to connect with another family with a little girl of similar age with the same syndrome as Ashby. And I would be gifting Eats if I win since I already have it. I have a few friends who read my review of Eats on my blog who are wanting it. Great gift idea!
Shelly says
Isn’t it crazy how Loft can be so hit or miss? I seriously ordered this week and now I’m wishing this top had been on my list! So much cuter in person. What a blessing you have met this other sweet family. I can only imagine when dealing with something like this it really helps to know someone following the same path. Hope you have a beautiful weekend Shay!
Shelly||The Queen in Between
Bekah Dill says
I think I need to buy those leopard booties. SO CUTE! Also would love to win a copy of Eats! 🙂 Happy friday!
Sara Fehrenbacher says
I love those coffee mugs!! So cute! Def. snagging one of those for my bestie for Christmas. Happy Friday! 🙂
Heather says
That gangster wrapper mug is giving me all the heart eyes???????? And speaking of heart eyes, Bubles new album that was just released…swoon!!! Will be on repeat 24-7 until Nov 1st…then his Christmas Album will be on repeat!
Dorinda Doft says
Hey Shay, just FYI the fireball red shirt at Loft is 60% off making it a total of $18!!!
Sarah says
Love following along on your blog! I expected one of your favorites today to be Michael Buble’s new album! 🙂 Loving it so far! Hope y’all have a great weekend!
Mix and Match Mama says
I’m saving it for What’s Up Wednesday next week :)! I’ve already listened through it four times!
Melanie says
How nice for you to have a fellow mom that knows exactly what youre dealing with with Ashbys condition. I love the tees. It’s on my list to buy!
And the mugs. Every single mug on that site is darling. I see birthday gifts galore!
Jenny says
Headed to check out those coffee mugs right now. Love the big handle on them. Thanks for the heads up! And crossing my fingers I win your new cookbook! 🙂
Alexis deZayas says
I would LOVE a copy of Eats!
Jennifer says
I know you told us where you got the ring you’re wearing with your Loft top picture before…but I can’t remember! Can you share the link again? Thank you!
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s from Nordstrom!
Diana says
Long time reader, infrequent poster. That’s awesome that Andrew has the availability to help out during work hours. I have been reading your blog for many years and remember that in the past you had mentioned babysitters. Now that you have the younger two, do you not utilize them anymore?
Mix and Match Mama says
The only time I’ve used babysitters are in the evenings if Andrew and I do something together (like date night!). I don’t believe I’ve ever used a sitter during the day. All of my sitters are in high school, so during the day, they’re at school…and Andrew can almost always make himself available. If Andrew is busy, Erika will watch my kiddos (and vice versa for her!).
Lauren says
Those mugs are a great idea! And that Loft top would be cute for work/church or casual. Plus it’s a nice color that would go with so many scarves and that’s always a plus! Thanks for sharing!
Loren says
In the first picture with your soul sister mug- are those colored pens in the back, if so, where are they from? Thank you!! That candy corn pie is on my to make list! 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Erin Condren :).
Andrea says
Would love to win your cookbook! If not it is going on my Christmas list! Either way I have to get my hands on a copy & make your yummy meals!
Heather Hightower says
I love your new cookbook and can’t wait to give some away for Christmas presents!! Your meals never disappoint!
Megan Butler says
Love your cookbook!! There are going to be some lucky winners!!!
faith heimbrodt says
Would love to win a copy of your cookbook! I think it would inspire me at dinner time!
Lou says
Your featured quote is also a Friday favourite on my blog this week as well 🙂 So true ! Have a great Sunday!
Sara says
I think my favorite word is NO! It’s a hard one to utter, but I agree, it helps you make time for what is really important. It is sweet what you wrote about Andrew. And I totally feel the same way about LOFT! I am going broke this month with all of the cuteness, but sometimes I struggle to find one thing I like. Hope you are having a great weekend!
Debbie Lang says
I must stay away from LOFT!! 🙂 Their sales have been amazing I have gotten so many cute things. Good for you for saying NO. I’m learning too and it used to be so hard but now I found it liberating.