Happy happy Thursday, friends!
Guess what?
I am officially out of the office 🙂 .
Today is the 3rd grade field trip, so this mama is going to spend the day at the museum with her littlest love and then tomorrow, I’m going to wrap up my week at Mix and Match Travel Agency before my family heads off to enjoy our SPRING BREAK! I will return here in blog world on Monday, March 18th 🙂 .
Of course, you can still keep up with us on Instagram and Facebook, but my goal is to put my computer down and focus on my fam as much as possible between now and the 18th.
All of that to say, today is one big THURSDAY FAVES as I wrap up my week.
Below is such a hodgepodge of goodness, so I hope you all find something to enjoy.
Before we get to it…
…today is my sweet dad’s birthday! Oh my word, I love this man so much. He has shaped my life in more ways than I could ever count. All of the best things about me come from him: love of travel, love of family, love of the Boston Red Sox, love of living life to the fullest and love of Jesus. I am so blessed. Happy birthday, Dad! I LOVE YOU!!!!!
Okay, today might be the 3rd grade field trip but last week was…
…the fifth grade one! You guys, it was a FULL day! I went with Ashby’s class out to this camp about 30 minutes from McKinney where we canoed (yup, me and three 5th grade girls), we fished, we caught frogs, zip lined…I’m telling you, it was a full day of fun with my girl.
It’s so hard to believe that this is our last elementary field trip together! I loved spending this day with my sweet girl.
How big does she look here?! She’s about to be in middle school. I can hardly believe it.
Speaking of that being a “full” day…
We came home from camp, showered and headed to the annual elementary school family dance. Awwwwww! It was so special! Once again, this was a “last” for our Ashby.
Next year, it will just be Mades and Britt left at this elementary school. Erika and I have almost sent 6 kids through this one school. After the dance, we enjoyed a very delicious dinner with our besties. It was the perfect Friday night.
If you have the Bible app on your phone…
…it looks like this…
…you can open it every day and scroll down to find their daily kids content. Each day, there is a quick little interactive video that my little girls have been loving.
It looks like this…
…so on this particular day, the topic was Faith Over Fear. Every morning, we’ve been watching the video together, and it’s been a great and easy way for us to dig into God’s word on an age appropriate level. We all three really get enjoy it! They never last more than a minute, so it’s quick too.
Since we’re preppin’ for Spring Break, I thought I would remind you to check out…
…my new SPRING BREAK PLAYLIST!
Wait for it…it does lean a little country (shocking, I know!), but I wanted to keep it upbeat, fun and very beachy and thus, here you go. It will 100% put you in a good mood 🙂 .
I shared it originally in my annual WHAT I’M PACKING FOR SPRING BREAK post where I show all the things I’ve packed away for our trip.
Today, I thought I’d do one big “WHAT I’VE BEEN WEARING photo dump” in case you need an #OOTD (it’s random, y’all!)…
Because sometimes, I’m shopping and SWEATSHIRTS just jump off the page and right into my cart.
You know how much I love Vuori, and I’ve shared this JUMPSUIT before with you several times…but it’s just one of my favorite things to wear for easy, everyday life.
I love a jumpsuit, and I also love…
…A ROMPER 🙂 !
The comfiest and easiest #OOTD. I bought both in XS.
I loved my “dupe” so much in green…
…that I also bought it in “apricot”.
A STRIPED TEE? Yes, please!
Annnnnd we’re back to me living in Vuori 🙂 . Their ENERGY TANK is one of my faves!
Finally, since I’ll be missing you guys next week when everyone is gearing up for St. Patrick’s Day, I thought I’d celebrate with you now…
…how adorable is my BAR CART all decked for St. Paddy’s?!
Clearly, I am DIGGING decorating it for every season.
All of these finds were from Amazon, so they’re inexpensive and adorable! You can find them here:
Today, you can also catch…
…my 22 FESTIVE ST. PADDY’S DAY RECIPES too!
Happy happy Thursday!
We have covered everything this week from INTERMITTENT FASTING to OUR 10 BEST HOUSEHOLD GADGETS to my FIRST TIMER’S GUIDE TO CRUISING. It’s all been a blessing to share with you.
I’m sending you so much love between now and the next time we meet here again.
Have the BEST day, friends! xx
Kara says
Do you have a link to the lighter Jean jacket with the jumpsuit?! So cute! ☺️
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s from Everever, but it’s not recent. I think it’s from last spring?
SS says
Happy Birthday to your Dad!!! Give him a BIG HUG for me!!
Shay, you have some good country songs!! Should check out Sunshine and Whiskey Frankie Ballard. Brown Eyed Girl makes me thing of warmer weather too. Just a few…
Have a wonderful spring break!!!
Elspeth says
Have the best day and time on spring break!
http://www.elspethsdaybyday.com
Beth Knecht says
I use the Bible app everyday but didn’t know about the kids video! I’m going to look for that today! Thank you!!
Sheaffer says
I’m so confused. Your playlist has country? It’s like I’m living in an alternate universe.
Mix and Match Mama says
I’m *trying* new things this year. I never said it was easy. 😉
Kay says
I don’t know why, but the seasonal bar cart makes me SO HAPPY! I absolutely love seeing the little holiday touches. Thankfully I’m loving the March book club pick so I’ll have something to read while you’re on vacation next week! ;). Hope you have the best trip! (Of course I’m wondering if you’re joining Sean in Tuscany!!!)
Lisa says
I have your playlist on in our office today. I like it and I’ve received nothing but approval from patients! : )
Mix and Match Mama says
YAY!!!!! I’m so happy to hear that!!!
Cailin hipps says
Do you have a link for Ashbys blue dress? So cute
Mix and Match Mama says
I do!! It’s here: https://shopstyle.it/l/b8UHq
natalie says
Is the Bible app for kids only?
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh no, the app is amazing! I use mine all the time. It truly is the most epic Bible app, it’s just that there is this one little daily feature on there that has a kids devotional. That’s the part we’ve been loving lately.
Jess says
Love your playlist! Margaritaville Radio is my favorite for gearing up for a tropical vacation. Love Kenny Chesney! To me a lot of his music is more of a beach vibe rather than traditional country. Have a great spring break! We have to wait until April for ours but I’m ready now!!
Stephanie Jennings says
Happy birthday to Papa Jay!!
Stacie Merchant says
Please link the pink slippers you have on in the first photo. Thanks! Enjoy your trip 😊
Mix and Match Mama says
Those are Uggs! I just looked, but I don’t see them in the pinky purple color any longer.
Joy says
I love the post! Where are the girls heels from? My 10 year old wants a pair of heels to wear with her Easter dress. 😌
Mix and Match Mama says
They’re both from Nordstrom!
Lynn says
Happy birthday to your sweet dad! Would you ever consider allowing him to do a guest blog post? I would love to hear more about his recent trip to Antarctica! Or any topic from him, really…his faith, his Guinness Book records, his parents and experiences growing up, etc. I love following your dad on IG!
Mix and Match Mama says
Jotting that idea down! Thank you, Lynn!
Donna Mason says
Have a great vacation Shay. May I ask what size you got in the fleece jacket? I am very petite but want an oversize longer length. HBD to your sweet Dad as well.
Mix and Match Mama says
I bought mine in a small. Have a great day!
Connie says
Happy Belated Birthday to your Dad! I’m a little behind. I just lost my Dad on this same day. And my mom a week before this. 💔
Cherish all these moments with your family. As you pretty much do. Enjoy your spring break with your beautiful family Shay! ❤️