Hey, hey Friday!
Whew! Anyone else ready for the weekend?! Not only the weekend…our last HALLOWEEN WEEKEND! I just feel like it should be extra, extra fun. Between “youth sports life”, we’re going to make it festive.
Settle in, crank up When Harry Met Sally (who are we kidding, crank up the Hallmark channel) and enjoy this week’s Faves! As always, I’m linking up with my friends Andrea and Erika .
I hope you all have a wonderfully festive weekend!! xx
You guys, I CANNOT STRESS TO YOU ENOUGH how much I love Wit & Wisdom jeans!! They are the best bang for your buck when it comes to jeans. I’ve been wearing them for years now, but recently, I’ve added more pairs to my closet in a variety of styles and washes. Over the years, I have purchased jeans that cost three times this amount, and I honestly prefer these to all of them.
THIS PAIR is slightly distressed and just fits to perfection. The waist isn’t too high or too low, they never stretch or sag. I love them. I say this all the time, but don’t forget, I recommend you size down one size. I normally wear a 2 in jeans, but I always buy this brand in a 0. Right now, this pair is 25% off too! MY BODYSUIT is super comfy too.
HAT//BODYSUIT (sold out, like ones linked)//CROP JEANS//PLATFORM SANDALS
I am LOVING these Wit & Wisdom jeans that I showed you on Wednesday along with…
BLACK TEE//THERMAL TOP//BOAT NECK TOP//SANDALS//NECKLACE//HAT
…these Wit & Wisdom jeans too! Again, size down on all of them!
It’s been a wonderful week of family! Thanks to my birthday, I was able to see some of my favorite people which was certainly a Fave…
I spent last Friday with my sweet Grandmother. You guys, she’s doing so well right now!
If you know us then you know, I am just like my Grandmother. She loves being a mom. She loves to entertain. She loves to travel. She loves to read. She loves holidays. She loves to exercise. She loves to cook. She has had the same set of best friends for over 50 years and loves them hardcore. My grandmother is ALWAYS busy and on the go.
On Christmas Day, she was at my house running up and down my stairs doing things with the kids, vacuuming up holiday wrapping paper mess, and had all the energy in the world…and then in January, she was diagnosed with cancer (not her first time…not related to the other). She has had a HARD year. A very, very, very hard year. It’s nothing short of a miracle that she drove over to meet me on Friday and spent the day shopping with me. The first thing she said to me when I walked up was “Where did you get your sweater, I want one too”, so we ordered her one. See? Two peas in a pod 🙂 .
Want to hear a crazy fact? I am almost the age she was when I was born. That’s pretty cool. She was a young grandmother that has been able to spend lots of extra time with me, her favorite grandchild (it’s okay if you tell the others, they know I’m her favorite too 😉 ).
On my actual birthday…
…all the Lowes came to McKinney for Smith’s football game (where K cheered) and…
…a very special dinner.
During my weekly Trader Joe’s run this week, I bought and loved these two new items…
…this roasted turkey and sweet potato burrito was the perfect lunch! It tasted like Thanksgiving dinner all wrapped up together which (as you know) is the only way I enjoy Thanksgiving dinner (all mashed up together). Delish!
This red pepper, cranberry & walnut dip was delish too! This was basically like a slightly sweet hummus. We enjoyed it with their Corn Dippers most of the time, but it was good with a cracker too. Try it!
Don’t forget, you can find ALL OF MY TRADER JOE’S FALL FAVES in one spot! This is a very comprehensive list of everythinggggg deliciously fall right now at our favorite store.
Did you catch my SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER BOOK REVIEW yesterday?!
I reviewed 7 books including two memoirs, a thriller, some chick-lit and more! You can read all about each book and my (strong) opinions on them HERE.
If you love Loft like I do, it’s 40% off your everything right now!
This sweater here is 40% off today! It goes perfectly with my favorite booties too!
BUTTON TOP//STRIPED SWEATER//SWEATER//BOOTIES
So many great things plus new seasonal items all on sale!
Finally, you need to check out…
…my WICKEDLY DELICIOUS HALLOWEEN MENU for 2022! From a cocktail to appetizers, salads, entrees and more, I have your easy and festive Halloween menu.
That wraps up this week’s Friday Faves! You guys, I’ll see you back here on HALLOWEEN!!!!!!
Have a great weekend! xx
Nicole says
How special to spend the day shopping with your grandmother! Two beauties. Do you have a link for the sweater you’re wearing?
Mix and Match Mama says
I do! https://shopstyle.it/l/bNuCW
Elspeth says
Have a wonderful Halloween weekend! http://www.elspethsdaybyday.com
Cyrielle says
Hi Shay! I’m 5’3, and I think you’re around that height too? Would/do you order the Wit and Wisdom jeans in petite or regular? Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
I order them in a regular! I’m 5’3″ too!
Sheaffer says
Your grandmother looks AMAZING! I mean, seriously stunning. I’m so thankful she’s feeling good! And all those jeans look great on you! I ordered the light gray jeans and love them!
Mix and Match Mama says
You know how dear she is to me. xx
Laura says
You’ve got great genes! and jeans 😉 Your grandmother looks amazing – would never have known she’s been through the wringer with cancer this year. So glad you got to spend some special time with her, and now yall get to have matching sweaters! How sweet! All the best to her and your family. Have a great Halloween!
Mix and Match Mama says
She is legit AMAZING!
Carol Sheets says
Your grandmother’s makeup is perfection. So glad you had some time together.
Mix and Match Mama says
She is stunning inside and out.
Dana P says
Aww…so happy to see her looking radiant and doing well!! By the way, I had coffee with a new friend this week. She said she hasn’t gone shopping in like 15 years?! She was asking for ideas for what to buy to start rebuilding her wardrobe. It would be fun to hear what you would recommend! If you need any new post ideas, I love that one! She just turned 40, too.
Andrea Conrad says
Shay, your grandmother is beautiful!!!!
Stephanie says
K’s sneakers??? Pretty cute….
Mix and Match Mama says
They’re Nikes!
Susan F. says
Your grandmother looks amazing! Hoping I look as good as she does when I’m that age! I love Wit and Wisdom jeans too. I’ve had several pairs but bought 3 more at the Nordstrom anniversary sale – a black pair, a grey pair and a girlfriend fit. They have the perfect amount of stretch and are so comfortable!
Lois says
Is this your maternal or paternal grandmother? How old is she – & still driving her own car? Believe one of your grandfathers passed away or was that your other grandmother? Believe that one also was quite elderly, right? Too sad to know this pleasant looking g-mother has had a rough year with the big C. If this is a recent photo, you’d never guess she’s had a health problem. You’re so fortunate to have her & nearby, too.
Mix and Match Mama says
She is my maternal grandmother. Her husband (my grandfather) died in 1999 from lymphoma. She’s a very young 85 🙂 . My dad’s mom passed away last October (she was 94), but her husband (my paternal grandpa) lives on his own still in his own home at 97. I feel very confident he’ll hit 100. He’s in great shape!
Kristy says
I love how well your family all loves each other so well.
I was so sad to read you didn’t like the Kelly Ripa memoir, I just picked it up!
Beth Knecht says
I’m so glad your grandmother is doing better! Praise Jesus!! I’ve been including her in my daily prayers since you mentioned her health struggle at the beginning of the year.
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh my gosh! I could cry! Thank you so much. Your prayers have worked. Thank you. Thank you more than you know.
Mandy says
Love the Halloween menu! We have some special food planned too!
Brandye says
Oh Shay! You and your grandmother have me in tears! My maternal grandmother and I were the same two of a kind. She was my very best friend, and we could discuss anything. We often shopped together. She made any trend look like a classic. She taught me how to cook and bake. The one way we were not alike, she was so glamorous. She never looked old lady-ish, even after she let her hair go gray. Just so elegant, classic, and always on point. My favorite memory of her: we were shopping in one of the more trendy stores at the time, most grandmothers would likely only shop FOR a granddaughter there, not herself. We were in the dressing room and got so tickled, laughing so hard that one of the women working there came to check on us! I was about 20 at the time and she was close to 70. This pretty much sums up our relationship. Lord, I pray I have the same relationship with my grandchildren.
Mix and Match Mama says
I pray for that too. Brandye! It’s such a sweet relationship that not everyone gets.
Julie Ann Long says
Prayers going out to your beautiful grandmother…I miss mine so.
Jenny Lawrence says
I have had your grandmother on my heart since you mentioned her not being well. I do not have my grandparents anymore but my mother is battling cancer now also. Please let your grandmother know she is prayed for. I also LOVE seeing her lovely home decor on Instagram. Please let her know it has given me so much inspiration.
Mix and Match Mama says
I am so sorry that your mother is battling cancer now. I am going to stop and pray for her and your family. Please keep us posted on how she’s doing. xx
Ruth@playworkeatrepeat says
Happy belated birthday Shay. Your grandmother looks amazing and I would have never guessed that she has been so unwell. I’ll be sure to add her to my prayer list.
Kathy says
What a special time with your grandmother.
I’m so happy you had a great birthday. You are a blessing to many! Your blog and Sheaffer’s have brought a lot of sunshine to my life. Thanks so much!