You guys, it’s Saturday and here I am blogging!
What in the world?!
Here’s the deal, looking at the summer ahead, there is just too many fun things to share in only five days, sooooooo on Saturday mornings, I will be sharing a little bonus post with things you won’t find on my blog the other days. These are going to be random, fun, happy snippets that cover all of my favorite things. I will vary them week by week, but for the most part, it will be an extra little bit of sunshine for your summer Saturday.
You never know what you might find on a Saturday post, so make sure you read the whole thing 🙂 .
First up…
We had neighbors over for a summer aperitif time on the patio the other day, and it was so lovely! My sweet friend Lauren brought a basket filled with goodies and made the ladies all this delicious drink. You guys, it was light, fresh and oh so delicious. The drink isn’t really “sweet” but friends that bring over delicious drinks sure are!
I asked her to please send me the recipe and here is what she said:
1 oz Campari or Aperol
1 oz club soda
1.5 oz grapefruit juice
ice
float with champagne or prosecco
garnish with grapefruit or a squeeze of lime
Grab your friends, head outside to the patio or porch and enjoy before dinner. There is just something so fabulous about slowing down and enjoying the early evening with friends.
Who doesn’t love a good Saturday sale?! Right now, Old Navy is having a GREAT ONE!
The super cute striped dress up there comes in SOLIDS TOO! I wore it in black just yesterday, and it’s only $15!!
Right now, EXPRESS is also having A HUGE SALE as well as…
…you can grab many of MY SUMMER MUST HAVES FROM AMAZON at great prices too!
How cute is this family?! They’re at the Grand Hyatt Mar in the Bahamas!
You guys, I have thousands of photos from happy travelers that I never get to share. I get SO EXCITED every time I see pictures from clients having fun on one of our vacations! From a beach vacation…
…to an Alaskan cruise and so many things in between 🙂 .
In my 41 years, I’ve never found a product for spot treatments for acne and such that I LOVE more than this Epionce Purifying Spot Gel. I have been using it as needed for several years, but now, Kensington is obsessed too. Look at the container, she cut the lid off trying to get out more. Ha! I just ordered us another bottle (they last forever!). I bet I don’t really even go through one a year. If you have acne or spots that flair up from time to time, I can’t rave about this enough! Random but true 🙂 .
On July 1st, I started reading one entry a day (they’re all dated) from this book here and have LOVED every single passage each morning. I just sit this book right next to my Bible and read that day’s message when I’m done with my quiet time. It truly only takes me about 30 seconds (they’re short), but geez, they’re inspiring. I’ve told you about this author before, but this daily contentment book is something I haven’t mentioned (I’m almost to the 365th day!). It’s encouraging, it’s inspiring, it’s the perfect addition to my morning routine.
You guys, I made a SUMMER PLAYIST for us all to enjoy! It’s a mix of oldies and newer songs all perfect for the pool, the beach, the backyard or the background of your next get together. You can find my SUMMER PLAYLIST HERE. I’m really, really excited about it. I hope you enjoy it too!!
You guys, you’re about to be seeing US!
Eeeeeeks!
Fun finds, favorite spots and things I won’t share anywhere else will be here each Saturday too. In the meantime, a new-ish view of the house. We’re so excited to get there!
Happy Saturday, friends! I’ll see you on Monday! xx
Dawn Timmons says
Yeah for Shay’s Summer Saturdays! Looking forward to the fun posts this summer. Thank you for taking the time to add another day’s blog post. Love it!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay! I’m so happy you like it! Have the best weekend! xx
Kristen Thompson says
I love this!! I always read your blog every morning before my kids wake up while trying to sneak in a quick breakfast and it gives me such a positive start to the day! I love that I get a bonus day too 😊
Mix and Match Mama says
You’re too sweet! Thank you so much for the feedback! Enjoy your weekend! xx
SS says
How fun!!! Thanks for sharing Shay’s Sommer Stuff.
Mix and Match Mama says
I hope you have the best weekend! xx
Kara says
Such a fun Saturday post! My husband and I are going to cape cod/Nantucket for the first time in September to celebrate both of us turning 40 this year! Excited to see snipets of your new adventure 😊
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwww! What a fabulous way to celebrate forty!! xx
Melonie says
A bonus post on a Saturday, what a fun surprise! Love it! Enjoy your weekend Shay!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay! I’m so excited you enjoyed it! Have the best Saturday! xx
Elspeth Mizner says
I love this new little update! Can’t wait to see more posts!
http://www.elspethsdaybyday.com
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you, thank you Elspeth! Happy Saturday! xx
Danielle says
This was so fun to read on a Saturday! Enjoy your weekend!
Mix and Match Mama says
You too!! Have the best Saturday! xx
Melanie Countryman says
This is so FUN🌟
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much! Happy weekend! xx
Samantha says
Yay! What a nice surprise to have a Saturday post. I’m a teacher so I am up too early to enjoy your posts with my coffee during the week (I read them before bed) so this was extra special to sit & sip my coffee while I enjoy your blog.
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you, thank you! I hope if it’s not already your summer break, it’s quickly approaching. Have a wonderful weekend! xx
Ashley B says
Love the Saturday post!
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwww! Thank you SO MUCH!! Enjoy your weekend! xx
Kristin Lyngaas says
Your summer play list is fabulous!! The first song at age 55 made my heart happy ❤️ have a beautiful day!
Mix and Match Mama says
I have SUCH a huge crush on Billy Joel 🙂 .
polly pover says
I met Billy Joel once in a bar after a concert! I have seen him live so many times. He is as nice as he is enormously talented!
Mix and Match Mama says
Really?! Oh my gosh, that’s such a fun fact! I would LOVE to meet him! He’s such a storyteller. I love him!
Mary Helen says
Shay! I’m currently in Punta Cana and your playlist is perfect! It will be my soundtrack today😊🍾🏝️
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh I bet you’re having the BEST time!!!! Enjoy every minute of it (with your new playlist!!). xx
Missy says
What a fun addition to your blog! You brought sunshine to my Saturday morning–thank you! 🌞
Mix and Match Mama says
Well goodness thank YOU for the sweet feedback! HAPPY WEEKEND! xx
Hope says
What a fun surprise to find in my inbox this morning! I loved all the new things!
Mix and Match Mama says
This makes me so happy! Enjoy your weekend, Hope! xx
Nicole says
Loved this fun Saturday post! I will look forward to them every Saturday ☺️
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay!! Thank you SO much, Nicole! xx
Keisha Dawson says
Such a sweet little treat to see this on a Saturday!!! Can’t wait to see you all on Nantucket!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much, Keisha! Happy Saturday!
Lynn says
I look forward to your posts every day. We are in London right now and I am using one of your London trips as a guide. We went to the Natural History Museum and YeOld Cheshire Cheese earlier this week, I also brought many things with me that you post the links to on your blog. Thanks for the posts each day, I love them. Enjoy your Saturday.
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh Lynn, I’m so jealous! Have the BEST time in London!! Enjoy every minute of it! xx
Tina says
This is so fun! Can’t wait to read next Saturday’s post! Thank you for taking the time to share your summer bits with us!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much, Tina! Have a great weekend!
Beth Knecht says
So fun for summer Saturdays!
That contentment book is speaking to me! I can’t wait to check it out!
Mix and Match Mama says
Beth, you will love it! I started it on July 1st and have already decided to do it again when I finish up this month.
Ashley says
Love the Saturday post!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you, thank you! xx
Whitney Sparks Herrera says
Cannot wait for all the Nantucket!! We’re going this August for the first time! Can’t wait!!
Mix and Match Mama says
You’re going to love it! Happy Saturday!
Alison says
LOVE the summer playlist addition – had to go onto my phone to add it to my Spotify account so I can listen on my drives. Thanks so much!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay!!! My teenagers helped me with it and approved (whew!). I certainly couldn’t put out a “lame playlist”. Hahahaha! Enjoy! xx
Kay says
I LOVE THIS ADDED POST! Thank you for spending a little time on Saturday with us, Shay! This was so happy and fun and a relaxing start to my weekend!! (Even though I have to work, realtor here).
Have a wonderful weekend. Keep up the Saturday posts-love it!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you, Kay! I appreciate your feedback more than you know. Happy Saturday! xx
GM says
Thank you for always being so inspiring! You are a bright spot in the day! You are noticed and appreciated!
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwww! Thank YOU! Your sweet comment is a bright spot in MY day!
Desiree Leone | Beautifully Seaside says
Love this Saturday post Shay! It was a fun read! I can’t wait to see how you decorated your home in Nantucket! XOXO
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much, friend! Have a wonderful weekend! xx
Martina says
Love this new idea with summer Saturdays! Also, thank you for a perfect mix of topics and blog/pod/Insta stories. I know you aim to be a “happy corner” and you sure succeed!
Mix and Match Mama says
Well goodness, thank YOU!!!
Gwen says
Enjoyed your Saturday blog post, can’t wait to hear/see more about Nantucket. 😊
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much, Gwen! Have a wonderful weekend!xx
Dana P says
Love the new Saturday posts! Can you share a page of inside that book on Instagram or somewhere? It looks like it would make a great gift, too!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes!! Let me take a picture of it when I do it in the morning, and I’ll share on Stories! Great idea!
Martina says
And if you use Amazon, you can get a sample there too!
Dana P says
Also, YOU HAVE COUNTRY MUSIC ON YOUR PLAYLIST! If you’re warming up to it, there are so many more good Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw summer songs, too. You have a whole new world of music that you’re gonna love!! And that really is a a great playlist! 🙌🏼
Mix and Match Mama says
I just lol! Dana, I will give Kenny a pass for feeling island-y during the summer months. Hahahaha!
Tiffany Burgermeister says
What a lovely blog post! I just want to thank you for sharing parts of your sweet family and daily life with all of us. I truly love following you and want you to know how much I appreciate your efforts! Happy Summer!
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh thank you, thank you for taking the time out of your day to share this with me. I’m so grateful for my sweet blog readers!
Liz Thorson says
Shay, your home on Nantucket could not be anymore quintessential New England! I adore it! I am excited for your family’s time there this summer and other seasons going forward! Our year in Boston decades ago had me totally fall in love with so many aspects of the architecture, the topography, the history, the seafood….Ahhhh! Lucky Shull family!
Lindsay D. says
I’m so excited for the Saturday post!
Sarah Shaneyfelt says
I am loving the idea of summer Saturday posts! I’ve started listening to Shannon Ables’s podcast and I’m enjoying going back and finding old episodes to listen to–like the ones she did about making your home feel like a luxury vacation!
MeetTheShaneyfelts
Mix and Match Mama says
I’ve listened to every single one of her episodes and find them crazy inspiring.
Carrie says
I’m so excited to see all of your Nantucket faves. I’m a southern girl living in Maine and we are hoping to get over there for a few days this summer. We went before Covid for the first time and it exceeded all of my huge expectations (I had built it up so big in my mind thanks to Elin Hildebrand!!)
Mix and Match Mama says
She is not selling it short 🙂 .
Julie Harris says
Love love love your summer playlist!!! Thanks.
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay!! I’ve been really loving it too!
Kimbrough says
What time did this “drop”? I was up at regular time and didn’t see it til later in the evening.
Mix and Match Mama says
Same time, 4:35 AM CST. Let me know if this week, you don’t see my posts at this time. I was having problems with it a few weeks ago, but I *thought* we had it fixed. Agh! Sorry!