Happy Friday, friends!
I mean, right?!
This entire last week has been a little chaotic…we headed home, it was 178 degrees outside, we did all the things to get the kids ready for back to school, we’ve been to three different orthodontists’ offices, did I mention that it’s 178 degrees outside and then the kids started school. I would be lying if I didn’t say I didn’t get quite the rush yesterday when I went into my nice, big, quiet office and sat there for seven hours uninterrupted and just worked. I love, love, love having my kids at home…but I also love having my music, my candle, my coffee, my dogs and my work to myself all day 😉 .
As always, I’m linking up with my friends Andrea and Erika and sharing this week’s FAVORITE THINGS!
Cheers to the weekend, y’all! If you’re in education out there, BIG FAT CHEERS TO THE WEEKEND! xx
First up, on Nantucket, I started borrowing K’s shoes (which she left outside the front door because you know…heaven forbid kids put their shoes away) and FELL IN LOVE. I ordered me a pair for McKinney and have worn them every single day since I’ve been home…
…THESE SANDALS are so, so, so comfy!!!! I’ve worn them to and from yoga (as seen here)…
…I’ve worn them to the grocery store, to pick up my kids from school, to the dermatologist and on many, many walks. They come in so many colors (I bought them in MISTY PINK), and what I’m doing is just leaving them by my back door as my “go-to” shoe for heading out for walks/play/quick errands when I don’t really want to put on “actual” shoes. Kensington wears hers (she has them in BONE) all the time and now, I see why. An easy Fave!
On Tuesday night, I made one of my family’s favorite dinners, MY FRIED RICE (I used chicken instead of shrimp this time)…but I made the entire thing in my OVEN PAN! This was SO EASY to use for dinner and easy for clean up too. It was a one-dish wonder!
I just turned on two burners, placed my OVEN PAN across both, browned up my chicken, add my veggies and then I stirred in the frozen Trader Joe’s Jasmine Rice (I heated it in the microwave and stirred it in hot) at the very end. I mean, stupid easy. Smith told me this was his new favorite dinner. I am so happy that I now have one of these OVEN PANS here as well as Nantucket. I’m going to be using it all the time.
I’ve had so many questions about my hair health this summer, and you guys, the only difference I’ve made has been taking Nutrafol!
I mentioned this on Stories back in the spring, but now, I’m on month four and truly, truly love it. My hair, my skin and my nails are so much healthier, I’m sleeping great and this is the only thing I’ve added. If you’ve always wanted to try it, right now, Nutrafol is allowing my readers to receive $50 off your first three-month order or $106 off a six-month supply if you use MY LINK. I really, really have loved the results!
You guys, I went to buy myself yet another CREAMY BRONZER as I was just about out and saw that my #1 FAVORITE BRONZER is on sale right now for only $14!
I mean, H-E-L-L-O! I wear this every day and have for YEARS! Right now, it’s 50% off!
So many DMs this week about my TENNIS SKIRT 🙂 .
It’s Vuori (of course!) which means it fits TTS, is comfy, washes and dries well, and the quality is amazing. Love it! I wore it this week with a VUORI TANK too. This summer, I have worn Vuori EVERY.SINGLE.DAY.
New school year and mom got new kicks too!
Teen One and Teen Two told me I needed to improve my sneaker game for this fall. I wear sneakers to all four of their sporting events, so when I saw these and tried them on, I was sold. I did go up half a size and do think they fit better that way…so just an FYI! They’re super cute AND comfy!
Wrap up your week with my 25 BACK TO SCHOOL BREAKFAST BITES!
From savory to sweet, small bites, hearty bites, casseroles, nibbles, quick fixes and so much more, I’m sharing TWENTY FIVE recipes your family might want to enjoy on a busy school morning…or a lazy weekend. See them all HERE!
And finally…
You guys, I’ve been to Walt Disney World the last TWO FALLS, and so, I’m thinking about it BIG TIME right now…
We had SUCH a magical time celebrating her 7th birthday at Disney 🙂 .
It’s the perfect combination for me…travel, Walt Disney World and F-A-L-L!
And then just last September…
…Kensington and I went to celebrate her 14th birthday!
This fall, Disney is not on my calendar. Boo. That being said, I’m going to get it on my calendar STAT for next year. If you are interested in heading to Walt Disney World (or Disney Cruise Line!) this fall, holiday season or next year too, CONTACT US!!! My amazing DISNEY TEAM would LOVE to send you on a magical vacation.
That wraps up this week!
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! I’ll see you MONDAY! xx
Erika Slaughter says
Disney decorated for fall is THE BEST! Happy Friday, Friend! 1/2 a week down! hahaha!
Elspeth says
Hope you had a great first week of back to school!
Have a great weekend!
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Faith says
Happy Friday! Have you ever used cauliflower rice in your fried rice recipe? We love it but seeing your recipe makes me want to make the regular rice version.
Mix and Match Mama says
We sometimes use frozen cauliflower rice instead. I think, in this recipe, since you’re stirring it in at the very end, it works well. Enjoy! xx
Sheaffer says
Well, I added those slides to cart! WooHoo!
Ashley says
Hi Shay!
Have you ever done a post on your mom’s make up routine? My mom (her approximate age) is looking for products that hide dark circles and keep her young! Would love a post on your mom’s products!
Mix and Match Mama says
Let me ask her!
Rachel Kazmier says
My teen (18 and is completing his commercial pilots license) has convinced the whole family this last year the OnClouds are the way to go. So from him to us to his great uncle and even his grandpa we all have onclouds and LOVE them! They were my Europe walkers this last June!
Kay says
I’ve been hearing a lot about Nutrafol. I use collagen each day to help with hair/skin/nails. It think it does a fair job? Do you use Nutrafol instead of collagen or in addition to it? (Just asking about your own personal use.) I’d love to try this but think I’d want to give up the collagen since it seems like they do the same thing?
Mix and Match Mama says
I started the year using collagen but stopped when I started Nutrafol. I saw results much, much faster with Nutrafol.
Nicole says
Cute pink leggings! Do you have a link? Also, any current Trader Joe’s faves? Fave go to cocktail for at the beach? Thanks!!!! Haha!
Mix and Match Mama says
They are older from Athleta. Athleta has my FAVORITE leggings for yoga! I almost always buy the Salutation Stash style.
WhittyWife (Lindsay) says
Wait. Is Golden Goose now for old ladies?! You said your teens told you to switch up your sneakers. I love my GGs (especially my running/athletic pair, just like the ones you have), but now I’m wondering if I’m showing my age when I wear them (38). 😅🤣 Eeks! I don’t have teens, so I’m relying upon yours to keep me in style! 🤣
Mix and Match Mama says
I LOVE my GG and will continue to wear them but the teens are bigger fans of Nikes. I am always about three steps behind. Hahahaha!
Hallie says
Where are your black shorts from that you are wearing with the tennis shoes? Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
Those are from ShopBop last year!
Lindsey Edmondson says
I bought the lululemon slides in pink about a month ago and Love! Use them just as you do.
Anne says
I’m curious (nosy) why three kids don’t go to the same ortho.
Mix and Match Mama says
Andrew is too. Bahahahaha! Okay…Kensington has had both phases (1 and 2) with the same ortho where Smith had phase 1. Now that it’s time for phase 2, we went back to said ortho (who we love), but there is a different option that we all think would be better for him (so ortho #2). Ashby has a over-bite that requires things like a expander which ortho #1 and #2 do not do (neither use appliances as a part of their practice) which sent us to ortho #4 buuuuuuut after her phase 1, she and Mades will see ortho #4 who I think is a better fit for both of them. (And this is why Andrew looks at me like I’m crazy.)
Brittany H says
Will you and Erica be bringing back the podcast this fall? I always enjoy listening to it on Tuesday mornings when I do chores around the house while my toddler is at MMO 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Right now, it’s TBD! I will let you know as soon as we get our act together. Thank YOU for making us a part of your day! xx
CC says
What color polish are you using for your toes?
Mix and Match Mama says
A classic! It’s OPI Mod About You!