It’s Friday the 13th!
I love Fridays and I love the number 13…so it’s my kind of day 🙂 .
Here’s the deal…Andrew and the construction crew keep telling me my closet, bathroom and bedroom are going to be ready before Thanksgiving.
I feel like that’s too good to be true.
Sometimes, I’ll see an old pic of us from this time last year, and I want to grab that girl by the shoulders and say IF YOU ONLY KNEW!!!! Anyone else?! Sometimes, I want to grab this girl…
…and scream at her too. I took this picture TWO HOURS before the flood. If she only knew!!!! Sigh. If she only knew.
Anyway, I’m hopeful that we’ll be back in our room (and out of Smith and Kensington’s!) sooner rather than later. The moving company notified us that several pieces from our home were damaged in the flood (after the water dried, they could tell which pieces didn’t make it), so I ordered replacement items but you know how that goes…they’ll be here in like February. Even if my room is a bit bare…I’ll be so thrilled to get back in there!
Alrighty, as always, I’m linking up with my friends Andrea and Erika today and sharing some of my faves from this week! I hope you all have the BEST weekend!!
This…
…makes me all sorts of happy. My local Starbucks has gone from fall to holiday and my heart gets happy every single time they hand me a Christmas cup. My go-to drink right now is a Venti Pike with one pump of caramel brulee, a splash of cream and one Splenda. What is your go-to holiday Starbucks drink???? I loved your fall suggestions, so please give me more for this time of year!!
Did you see these yesterday…
TURTLNECK//RED SWEATER//CREWNECK SWEATER
…I shared my holiday at home outfits for the year! From pjs to loungewear, the best tartan scarf and of course, sweaters, I have it all in one post HERE! I love how soft these three sweaters are and that they would also work for the winter months too!
Well, you asked for Gift Guides, and I am trying so hard to deliver!! Today, I have TWO MORE for you!!
First up, I have a TEACHER GIFT GUIDE…
All sorts of happiness to give those teachers who are WORKING SO HARD!!!
1: Briogeo – Detox, Restore + Protect! Mini Hair Care Kit • BRIOGEO • $18
2: Draper James Magnolia Sticky Notes Self Stick Notepad Set, Includes 6 Pads and 3 Page Markers, Floral Blue, 7 x 5 • $29.99
3: Fresh – Sugar Lip Moisturizing Trio • Fresh • $25
4: Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez – Best of Rare Beauty Lip & Cheek Mini Duo • Sold Out
5: Petra Huggie Hoop Earrings • BaubleBar • Sold Out
6: SEPHORA COLLECTION – My Tropical Pouch • SEPHORA COLLECTION • $12
7: LANEIGE – Lip Sleeping Mask • LaNeige • $22
8: essie Core Exclusive Mini Nail Polish Gift Set – 4pc • $12.99
9: Le Mini Macaron Cocooning Time 3-in-1 Spa Pedicure Set • $20
10: Sol de Janeiro – Carnaval Flight Set • Sol De Janeiro • $25
11: Travel Size Soy Face Cleanser & Sugar Lip Treatment Advanced Therapy Set • Fresh • $19.50
12: Leda Cozy Socks • UGG • $18
13: Semi-Precious White Howlite & Sunstone Stretch Bracelet Set – Universal ThreadTM Worn Gold • $12.99
14: SEPHORA COLLECTION – Wild Wishes Cream Lip Stain Set • SEPHORA COLLECTION • $30
I also have today a gift guide for…
…STOCKING STUFFERS FOR KIDS!!
Some people are great at stockings…I am not. I honestly needed to make this list just so my kids didn’t get forgotten this year!!
1: Educational Insights Kanoodle | Brain Twisting 3-D Puzzle Game for Kids, Teens & Adults | Featuring 200 Challenges • $8.39
2: LEGO Jurassic World Baby Velociraptor Playpen (30382) Bagged • $8.49
3: 6 Colors-Fluffy Slime Butter Slime Kit, Scented Slime Cotton mud, Super Soft and Non-Sticky Slime for Kids, Ideal Stress Relief Rainbow Slime for Girls Adults , Foam Balls Rainbow Charm Included • $9.99
4: Kids Boy Girl Soft Thick Warm Slipper Socks Winter Fleece Fuzzy Non-Skid Children Home Socks • $7.99
5: LEGO DOTS Sparkly Unicorn Bracelet 41902 DIY Craft Bracelet Making Kit, A Fun Craft kit for Kids who Like Making Creative Jewelry, New 2020 (33 Pieces) • $4.99
6: Bow Scrunchies For Hair, 18 Pcs Chiffon Satin Scrunchies Silk with Bow Scarf, Solid Stripe Flower Color Bow Scrunchies, Ponytail Holder with Tail, Rabbit Bunny Ear BowKnot Hair Accessories • $9.99
7: OOLY, Tutti Frutti Gel Pens, Fruity Scented Pen – Set of 6 • $7.50
8: Set of 2 Surprise Growing Unicorn Hatching Rainbow Egg Kids Toys, Assorted Colors • $6.99
9: Piggy Paint Nail Polish Set 0.48 oz • $9.99
10: Creativity for Kids Paper Airplane Squadron – Create and Customize 20 Paper Planes • $7.99
11: Mattel Games UNO Emojis, Multicolor, Basic Pack (DYC15) • $5.97
12: Melissa & Doug Mini Sketch Pad Bundle (3 Pack) • $8.99
13: Mr. Pen- Food Erasers, Erasers, 30 Pack, Puzzle Erasers, Take Apart Erasers, Fruit Erasers, Pull Apart Erasers, Erasers for Kids, Fun Erasers, Gifts for Kids, Prizes for Kids Classroom, Pencil Erasers • $7.99
14: 8 Packs Rainbow Scratch Paper, Magic Scratch Art Painting Scratch & Sketch Art Note Pads with Wooden Stylus for Kids Have Fun and Creativity (14cm×10cm/5.5″×3.9″, 4 Colors) • $10.99
15: Invisible Ink Pen, MALEDEN Upgraded Spy Pen Invisible Ink Pen with UV Light Magic Marker for Secret Message and Kids Halloween Goodies Bags Toy (6pcs) • $14.99
16: Crayola Twistables Crayons Coloring Set, Kids Stocking Stuffers, 50 Count • $10.99
This week, we had two appointments that gave us time for TWO DAY DATES!
I got to have lunch with Andrew on the square before we had an appointment and then the next day…
…Mades and I enjoyed lunch before her 6 year well visit.
I love squeezing extra one on one time in when I can! They were highlights of my week 🙂 .
And finally, friends, we’re less than two weeks away from Thanksgiving!! If you don’t have your menu planned yet, please let me help!
I have so many TERRIFIC TURKEY DAY SIDES for your Thanksgiving!! Head HERE to see them all!
Well that wraps up my week! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! I’ll see you back here on Monday! xo
Alexis deZayas says
There’s just something so special about a day date!! Happy Friday!
Tracy says
I love Starbucks, but the closest one to me is almost 100 miles away! Needless to say, I don’t get to go often. When I do, I’m always very intimidated and so I end up ordering the same simple thing every time. Caramel Macchiato. Any tips on navigating the menu or just “secrets” that aren’t posted?
Elspeth says
That decorated Starbucks makes me so happy!!! Have a fun and festive weekend!
http://www.elspethsdaybyday.com
Beth says
To be honest, the best gift you can give a teacher is a gift card – Amazon, Walmart, Visa, so many to choose from and what they want and need most.
Susu says
Absolutely perfect Beth. So many teachers are hurting financially and in these times a gift card is a sensitive idea!
Valerie says
Amen! Never expected but always appreciated. 🙂
Alexis says
YES!! I’m a teacher and the best gifts ever are gift cards. My school has teachers fill out favorites lists at the start of the year and then parents get us gift cards for birthdays and holidays based on the places we love the most.
Shay, you have some super cute ideas for teacher gifts though! I’ve had a lot of parents who will do a gift like one you listed and then put a gift card to one of my favorite places with it. So so thoughtful!
Sheaffer Sims says
That sweet girl in the white dress had no idea what she was in for. Bless her heart.
Sarah Shaneyfelt says
I’m a teacher and I can say that the Sephora cream lip stain set you included in your teacher gift guide would be PERFECT!! I wear mine every day and whenever I take off my mask, my lips look great–from 8am to 3pm! And for those who have kids that have multiple teachers, buy the set and break the gift up into multiple gifts with some candy! Have a great weekend, Shay!
Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts
Mary says
Hi! can you link your top in the last picture please?
Thank you!
Mix and Match Mama says
https://www.nordstrom.com/s/treasure-bond-off-the-shoulder-thermal-knit-sweater/5707196
Mary says
Thank you! Just ordered:)
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says
Cute! Have a great weekend! ❤️✨
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
http://charmainenyw.com
Erika Slaughter says
Yes! Yes! Yes! I’m here for those sides!
Emily says
Adorable as always! Where is that super cute long sleeved green waffle T from? I’m obsessed with that color of green. Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
That was in yesterday’s post! https://mixandmatchmama.com/2020/11/what-i-wore-holiday-edition-2/
Beverly says
Almost every Turkey Day side has cheese. All the teacher gifts are for women, no male teacher gifts?
Mix and Match Mama says
Well, I don’t know about that. Many of them actually don’t have cheese…the dressings, the sweet potatoes, the green beans, the bean casseroles…and then the ones that do are better for it 🙂 . It’s Thanksgiving! Not the holiday to eat green salads 😉 . Also, Caroline who works for me was a teacher for many years and she helped me with this gift guide. We thought this was a good jumping off point for teachers and of course, the male stocking stuffer gift guide from the other day would be great for male teachers too.
Dana says
Shay. I keep meaning to tell you-I went through your MPM this week and have been making your meals. Where Have I been?!?! They are so good, plenty of veggies and flavor, and EASY!! I think I tried them years ago but was discouraged because I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients overseas. I feel like I’m about 8 years late to the party, but I’m so glad I finally made it!! ? Now I’m excited each night to make dinner and I have years of MPM to go back through! ???
Mix and Match Mama says
Dana!!! YAY!! This made my Friday!!!!!!
Joanne says
Lunch dates are the best!
Jennifer says
Starbucks…I will have to try your drink! I also do a cup of coffee with cream, Splenda, & usually peppermint. I also like adding peppermint to a London Fog. I’m excited for you that your bath, closet, & room will be done before Thanksgiving!
Mix and Match Mama says
To your London Fog?? I’m so intrigued by this!! Doing it!!
Kelley Latham says
I heard a lady order chai tea (not a latte) with peppermint. Sounds interesting…..
Christa Fisher says
We let the kids shop for stocking stuffers. It was an idea I came across when looking for fun holiday traditions. There are only four of us so ww draw names and head to Target or the like together and shop. It’s fun and lets the kids really feel like a part of the process.
Mix and Match Mama says
What a great idea!!!
Dena A says
I love that you put together a teacher gift guide! After the week I’ve had teaching here at school I would most certainly break into tears if I received any of those gifts you put on there. There is so much stress and added work I feel that I have to do that I don’t feel that I am doing anything well at the moment (school and family wise). Thank you for thinking of us!
Ellibelle says
Your little girl’s drawing is so cute!! Love it! And also loving those winter sweaters!
Thanks for sharing and for hosting the linkup!
Ellibelle’s Corner
Kate K. says
Love your “Mama” necklace! Where is it from?
Felicia says
Aww that photo of you and your sweet girl is so cute! Its so special that you got to spend some extra time together.
Lucy Bertoldi says
Love this Friday favourites post- so fun! Brings me such happy vibes:) Btw, I’ve been looking for your linkups lately and can’t find them…have you stopped them? Have a great weekend xx
Mix and Match Mama says
Nope! I still do my two a month (Let’s Look and What’s Up Wednesday!).
Stacey says
I’d love to know the layout of your closet!
Carrie says
So is it wrong that I look at your gift guides to find items for myself?! Treat yourself, am I right?!
Lisa Klein says
Love the teacher gift guide!! Thanks for thinking of us teachers and not including a mug or anything apple themed! 😉
brandy lawrence says
Honey Vanilla latte with cinnamon steamed in. Sooo Good:)
Mix and Match Mama says
Yum!!!! I love honey AND vanilla!
leigh says
Brandy, tell me MORE! I would just say “cinnamon steamed in” and they would know what I was talking about? This sounds delicious.
Julie Bradford says
great teacher ideas.. THANKS!!! I made your sausage muffins this morning for breakfast at home and then made the sausage egg hashbrown potatoes casserole for my co-workers.. . they were both a hit!!! soo yummy!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay!!!!! That makes me so happy!!
Amanda @ That Inspired Chick says
I’m about to go catch up on a week’s worth of your posts because those Christmas sweaters are too cute and I forgot about Sheaffer’s pineapple casserole!! That was the most talked about dish at our Thanksgiving table last year! So good! Happy Friday, friend!
That Inspired Chick
Julie says
Shay, I love your gift guides! Thank you for taking the time to put them together. As a teacher, it is the thought that counts, but gift cards are SO appreciated. This year is extra challenging for all teachers (masks, extra sanitizing, substitute shortages…), and a kind note of appreciation along with a small gift card goes a long way. I only commented because you have such an amazing platform and could help spread the word that teachers need some extra love this year. Thank you for being a Christian mom who spreads joy through your blog!
Maria says
Shay, I was on Pinterest and saw a few ads by pillsbury of their new gluten free line including cookie dough and it made me think of you all and especially K.
Mix and Match Mama says
What? What? What? Looking that up now! Thank YOU!!!!
Kacy M says
Have a great weekend! Also, as a preschool teacher, thank you for mentioning us in time for the Christmas gifting season… ?