Happy What’s Up Wednesday!
As Andrew and I make our way home from beautiful New England (seriously, why don’t we live here?!), I have a fun Wednesday post for you!
It’s a little food, a little family, a little what we’re wearing, a little what we’re doing, a little what we’re watching and a little bit of everything else all in one post.
If you blogged along with Sheaffer and me, make sure you link up below!
Have a wonderful Wednesday, friends!!!
1: WHAT WE’RE EATING THIS WEEK:
Um, Andrew and I ate a TON of delicious food! I will do a recap post later…but geez, we have eaten well this week!
If you need something very delicious and VERY “end of October”, please make these this week…
…my Jack-o-lantern Joes! It’s a sloppy joe inside a little pumpkin. These are so easy to make (truly!) and VERY festive!! Your family and friends will love this recipe!!
2. WHAT I’M REMINISCING ABOUT:
Well, it’s been such a bittersweet time these last few weeks thinking about my Mimi…
…she was seriously the life of the party and just the most wonderful grandma. My grandpa, dad and his sisters opened her “after I pass, this is what I want my memorial service to look like” envelope and well, it’s pretty special. I think it will be a beautiful day in her honor. This is really hard. This part of getting older is really, really hard.
3: WHAT I’M LOVING:
I am so excited to go home and open my mail because look what has arrived at my house…
…Sheaffer’s new holiday bracelet collection!!!!! Eeeeeeeeeks!!!!
Sheaffer has been wearing this collection around the last month or so, and I’ve tried it all on, layered it, and loved it! I’ve loved all of her collections, but this one is by far my fave! There is gold, silver, a little bling, a little pearl…pieces that stand alone or layer beautifully. I LOVE IT!
I’m going to head home and show you my favorite pieces after I open up my mail, but it officially launches today, and it’s currently BOGO no code, so if you’re ready to start shopping, you should! These would make fabulous pieces to wear at holiday get togethers, but they would also make fabulous gifts this holiday season too!! I. LOVE. THEM!
4: WHAT WE’VE BEEN UP TO:
Andrew and I went to Vermont to celebrate my birthday! I got a “fall girl turns 40” day on Monday and loved every minute of it! We’re heading home now, but I wish we could have taken Vermont with us. It was GORGEOUS!
5: WHAT I’M DREADING:
All the laundry when I get home.
Do we think those four kids did their laundry while we were away?
No way.
6: WHAT I’M WORKING ON:
Erika and I are going to recap our Disney trip and maybe even do a podcast episode on it too! Those items are both on my “need to do” list!
7: WHAT I’M EXCITED ABOUT:
I’m just going to leave this here.
Fa la la la la!
8: WHAT I’M WATCHING/READING:
My October Book Review will be out next week! I wanted to finish up my current read before I posted it, so stay tuned for that at the beginning of November.
In the meantime, my mom told me that I must start binge watching…
…30 Rock and oh my word, it’s HYSTERICAL!
Why am I just now watching this show?!
I’m catching it on Netflix now, but geez, I should have been watching it in primetime.
It’s so funny, so light, so easy to watch. It’s the perfect enjoy while I’m eating my lunch/putting on my makeup/folding laundry show.
9: WHAT I’M LISTENING TO:
Have I already mentioned this? I have been having a mad love affair with…
…Billy Joel lately.
I love me any singer/songwriter and for some reason, Mr. Joel has really spoken to my heart this fall. I’ve been listening on Pandora quite a bit!!
10: WHAT I’M WEARING:
Oh grey sweater, I love you. Simple, cozy, easy…yes, please! It comes in several other colors too!
This Amazon sweater is so cozy and perfect for chilly days!! I paired it with Amazon leggings and my morning carpool run was nice and toasty! It also comes in other colors as well!
Give me all the layers! All. Of. Them. 🙂
From head to toe: HAT//TURTLENECK (it comes in so many other colors!)//SCARF//SPANX LEGGINGS//SOREL BOOTS (also comes in so many other colors) and…
…this really cute coat! I’m pretty sure it’s on sale right now too (and also comes in other colors!). It was warm, had nice deep pockets and really cozy.
I love me a layer 🙂 .
11: WHAT I’M DOING THIS WEEKEND:
Oh yeah, Halloween is here!
We’re all very excited about it 🙂 !
12: WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT MONTH:
Yes, yes!
13: WHAT ELSE IS NEW:
When we went to Boston in September, my mom told me that I had to get one of these travel makeup bags. I had seen them before but was concerned my makeup would get broken or damaged just inside this big bag. My mom insisted I was wrong, so I ordered one…
…and ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! I will never travel with my makeup in another bag again. This is the most amazing thing ever. Ha! I just put all of my makeup and brushes inside, cinch it up, pack it and then when I arrived in both Disney and Boston, it easily opened and it was SO EASY to see everything and get ready. It was so easy that a few times, the thought crossed my mind that I should just leave it like this for when I’m at home. Nothing was damaged and everything was so easy to see and use. This would make a fun white elephant or stocking stuffer gift this year too! I LOVE IT! It comes in so many other colors and patterns too. I picked black, but there are so many other options!
I am out of here, friends! I am taking tomorrow off but will see you back here on FRIDAY!! I hope you have a wonderful time until we meet again!
If you blogged WUW today too, make sure you link up below!
Sending lots of end of October love from my house to yours!! xx
Ahna Fulmer // Hammers N Hugs says
So sorry to hear about the passing of your sweet grandmother. Amazingly all 4 of my nearly 90-year-old grandparents are still living, but I keep preparing my heart for that day. Bittersweet for sure. Hugs to you all.
Mix and Match Mama says
Enjoy every minute you have with them! I’m down from four to two now, and it makes my heart heavy.
Mindy Tierney says
You have to watch Maid on Netflix. I started it Sunday and only 2 episodes left. It is so good!!! Add it to your list ASAP!
Elspeth says
I can’t wait to hear about your trips! Does it ever get stressful to plan for your family when you have back to back trips?
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Mix and Match Mama says
YES!
Maria says
What is that black box on your picture with Christmas decorations?
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh that’s where we had the speaker for the TV until our house was finished (from last year when our house was being put back together). The cabinet it normally goes in was out of commission during the time of this picture.
Erika Slaughter says
I can’t wait to hear all about your trip!! And you’re gonna love Sheaffer’s bracelets! I packed some with me and have almost had them on 24/7!
Tamara Rodrigues says
I have had New York State of Mind and Scenes from an Italian Restaurant on repeat for the past month! Xoxo
Christie Lee says
Hi Shay, what size is your makeup bag? I see they have 13 inch and up.
Thanks,
Christie
Mix and Match Mama says
sorry! I should have referenced that. Mine is the 20″!
Sheaffer Sims says
Thank you so much for sharing, friend! I’m excited for you to get your hands on them!!! xoxo
Laci Murray says
your trip looks like a fall girls dream!
Kala says
My birthday is also in October and I love going to places that have fall so to speak since I live in FL. I did Asheville NC this year and seriously contemplating Vermont or New Hampshire next year after seeing pics this year. I hope you had a fabulous birthday! ???
Kara says
Love the makeup and going to grab as gift for mom. Do you have 13inch v. 20 inch? Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
I just went to check and mine is the 20″ black!
Kayla Bruce says
Target has a very similar sweater to that A&F grey sweater!! Also, do you have a link to Sheaffer’s LV purse?? I love it and haven’t been able to find it! Those sloppy joes look so fun!
Mix and Match Mama says
Here it is, Kayla! Enjoy those sweet boys this Halloween 🙂 !
https://us.louisvuitton.com/eng-us/products/pochette-metis-monogram-nvprod1770372v
Amy Branderhorst says
My sister just moved to McKinney (we are from Iowa) a month ago and I have told her all about you! She is having a baby in March, and now I’m planning on coming to visit and run a marathon first weekend in April. I’m soooo excited! I have followed you for years and to see in real life what I see in pics will be so cool! That is a bit random, but just had to let you know 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Ohhhhh! I hope she loves it here! Please give her my email. I’d be happy to give her any info/tips/etc she might need as she settles in. I hope when you visit, you love it too 🙂 .
Jen says
I just prayed for you and your family on the loss of your Mimi. Losing someone special is so hard!
Mix and Match Mama says
That is the absolute nicest thing you can do for us. Thank you so much!!
Heather Green says
Since your IG story yesterday, I’ve been eyeing the Amazon cozy sweater. Is it TTS? What size are you wearing. Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes! I’m wearing an xs!
Laura C says
Happy Wednesday!!
Quesstion………….what size lay and go bag did you get? I think I need one of these!!!
Mix and Match Mama says
I just checked and I bought the 20!
Andrea says
We live in Oregon so I’m a sucker for a cute coat! Is it true to size or do I need to size up or down? Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s TTS! I bought it in xs!
Erica L says
Book suggestion – Katie Couric’s new Going There. I cannot put it down!
Terri says
I love your blog! I have been reading it for many years.
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mimi.
I in love with the black lace up boots you are wearing with the A & F sweater. Can you tell me where you got them?
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you, Terri! I appreciate this more than you know!! The boots, I bought last year from Louis Vuitton, but they’re still available this year too!
Leigh says
I just started and finished 30 Rock over the last few weeks! I prefer comedy/lighter shows and I loved how it was funny from the start and I didn’t have to force myself into the first few episodes.
Liz Lemon and Jack Donaghy were such a brilliant duo.
Chelsea says
Okay, you’ve 100% convinced me a trip to Vermont is an absolute must!! It looks stunning there and like you guys had an amazing trip!! 🙂 Happy belated birthday!!
Pam Gaston says
1. I have that same makeup bag and LOVE IT!!!
It is my #1 thing I grab when I travel.
2. You can go to XM radio and listen to Billy Joel all the time on channel 70. It’s on this channel every once in awhile and I love it when it’s on.
So much fun hearing him discuss how he came up with different songs.
3. Hope y’all enjoyed Disney!
Been a fan of yours for most of your life, Pam
Joanne says
I just started watching 30 Rock also and am really enjoying it! We were supposed to head to Vermont at the very beginning of October and had to cancel our trip when my husband had covid but we were able to sneak away to New Hampshire at the end of October and oh my those leaves! We get fall foliage here in CT but it’s just breathtaking up there!
Lindsey says
That entire outfit you wore in Vermont is just darling! I love the coat it’s such a beautiful color. Did you do an XS in this? ?
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes! xs!
Kim Bean says
Do you have the 13” drawstring makeup bag? I’m definitely ordering!! Love it.
Mix and Match Mama says
The 20″! Sorry! I should have said that!
Lisa N says
Cannot wait for the Vermont recap! Every picture you storied was so beautiful including the storefront.
I gave one of those drawstring makeup bags to each of my girls with little goodies inside as a “going to the hospital to have my first baby” gift. Came in so handy on that little hospital bedside table.
Janette says
Billy Joel has his own channel on Sirius. I think it’s number 70. He’s my guy, too. His and Elton John’s combined concert was one of the best I have ever been to.
Mix and Match Mama says
No way?! Listen, I went to that concert a million years ago with my mom!! I still tell Andrew it was the best concert of my life!! I’m going to find that station now too! Thank you!
Andrea says
Hi Shay!! Boston native here and in case you may not know – Billy Joel plays at Fenway Park annually – usually in early August. I know how much you love Boston and the Red Sox, and now Billy Joel – this sounds right up your alley! You’ll LOVE him in person, especially at Fenway. My husband and I have been to his Fenway concerts twice now and can’t wait to go again!