Hey there, Monday!
…that’s me.
Right now.
Okay, listen…I needed a weekend. Between the virtual learning and the construction, my brain was fried on Friday. The good news is that they’re making progress on the house (house update coming soon!), but it’s LOUD and MESSY and I AM A NEAT FREAK, but progress is progress, right?! And virtual learning is going okay (more on that tomorrow!), but it’s just not easy, so anyway, I have never loved a weekend more 😉 .
Here are a few pics of life lately at the Shull’s…
Welcome to middle school. Things looked a lot different for me way back when I went!
Tomorrow’s post is about virtual learning, but one key for us last week was going outside as much as possible. We went out every morning, every big break and always after school. Fresh air and running around is good for our soul!
One kiddo had PE and the other recess, so we took the dogs for a walk and called it a day. I love these girls so much!!
She is very focused while she’s at kindergarten 😉 .
This girly is just so sweet. She is so snuggly and so cheery and always makes me want to be a better person.
Their super sweet principal went on Facebook Live and read the school a bedtime story. These girls ate it up!!!
Fall soccer started back up!! Miss Ashby was SO EXCITED!! This girl loves getting out there and kicking that ball. We are so proud of her!
And a family selfie after church. I love my peeps so much 😉 .
That’s a little life lately. I’ll see you guys back here tomorrow! xo
Erika Slaughter says
This is the official “hump day” of virtual learning. NOT that I’m counting. 😉
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Y’all are so cute! ❤️
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Elsperh says
I love that quick recap! Looking forward to hear how virtual learning is going! Thanks for the update! Glad you had a good weekend!!
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Sheaffer Sims says
That picture of Ashby before soccer! SHE LOOKS SO GROWN UP!!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Isn’t it too much?! Where did that baby girl go????
Lynn says
Love Miss Ashby’s pearls in every,single.picture….even soccer! So cute.
Mix and Match Mama says
I do too!! She loves her jewelry!!!
Sandi Kellman says
Ahhh so cute… fresh air. Tempting just to pack up our California home and move to Texas… covid were all still closed and now the fires. Air quality so bad we cannot go out. God come near. My 20 year old starts a new career tommorrow and is so anxious about the fires please pray for California. Currently we are 8 miles from the fire so we are safe. Take care and have a good week in Texas!!! Pray for firefighters. There was new lightening strikes and a new fire near my older sons home up in the sierras!
Mix and Match Mama says
Listen, I am PRAYING FOR YOU GUYS!!! Sandi, I cannot even imagine!!! Please stay safe!!
Rebecca says
I can’t imagine how difficult the shift to virtual learning can be for everyone but your kiddos seem to be embracing it well! I love that the principle read a bedtime stories. That’s something they’ll remember. ?
PS – I ordered Scentsy for the first time last night and they have a Boston Red Socks scent warmer. Thought of you!
Mix and Match Mama says
They do???? Oh my goodness, how perfect is that!!!
Melissa Day says
Was wondering if you would ever do a link post with some of Kensington’s outfits? I have a 6th grade girl too and I’m Alesia’s looking for cute clothes for her. It’s tough because they are picky at this age! Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
YES!! I actually did a few last Tuesday but will continue to do more!! https://mixandmatchmama.com/2020/08/tuesday-talk-back-to-school-stuff/
Arika says
This is totally not related to your post today, but since I know you’re an Athleta shopper – if you need any face masks, I ordered some from them, and like everything else Athleta, they are amazing quality and really comfortable. They have kid sizes too. Have a great week!
Mix and Match Mama says
Really?! I haven’t tried them yet!! Thank you!!!!!
Kelly Franks says
Athleta masks are the BEST MASKS EVER! The $30 price tag threw me for a loop. However, you get 5 masks so it’s not that bad. I need to order another set bc my husband steals mine even the pink one!
Mix and Match Mama says
Well dang, I’m sold! Adding to cart!
Megan Johnson says
I got my kids some from there and they work great!
Julia says
I get it Shay! I too, am an organization freak, and we are about to embark on a kitchen remodel this Fall while distance learning is also going on. You are my inspiration as I will try to be as upbeat and positive a you always are! I feel for you on the virtual learning. We are outside Boston and supposedly trying a hybrid system starting Sept 14. I have a fifth grader who is missing his year as king of elementary, a middle schooler who really misses her friends, and my oldest is somehow supposed to start high school (huge milestone) virtually. It breaks my heart a little to see my kids hunched over a computer instead of learning along side friends and teachers. Anyway, sending a lot of love your way. It is not easy! Plus I’m kind of mourning my loss of free time. I used to get 5,678 things done in the short time the kids were at school!
I know you’ve lived through a few kitchen remodels. Any advice? I have been wanting to do this for YEARS and I am so exited and grateful that we can finally build a new kitchen. I love cooking and baking. Would appreciate any words of wisdom you have to offer! Have a great week.
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh gosh, I have all the feels for you this morning, Julia! First and foremost, I wish I lived on your street as I know it’s probably GORGEOUS in the fall!!!! Kitchen remodels are hard for me because that truly is the heart of my home. I will say, pull out your slow cooker and air fryer as they both can be plugged in and used in other rooms and give you many of those amazing recipes you’ll love. Best of luck to YOU!! It will probably be tough but it will be worth it!!!
Jennifer says
Ummm Tula and Shawn Johnson East teamed up to create a limited edition So Pumpkin facial scrub. It smells sooooo good!! It’s fall in a bottle!
Mix and Match Mama says
Ohhhhhhh! I am going to check that out right now!!!!
Julie Bradford says
You have such a beautiful family! I’ve always thought K looked just like you & Smith just like Andrew but K looks alot like Andrew too.. with them side by side I see it… Hope virtual learning is better this week…
Joanne says
OH yes, outside time is a must!! It’s the best brain break ever.
Ashley M says
Is K’s dress in the picture the Habitual Girl Tiered Crepe Dress from Nordstrom? I’ve been trying to figure out how it might fit my 11-year old. She’s only about 4’3” and 55 lbs so I’m worried it will overwhelm her. Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes!! It is actually! It fits her TTS!