You guys, IT’S SEPTEMBER!!!
I know you guys know this, but September 1st is my favorite day of the year and, in my opinion, always a reason to celebrate.
We celebrated in our own way at home on Sunday, but today, I want to celebrate with YOU!!
Per our annual tradition, today is my SHAY’S FAVORITE DAY GIVEAWAY!
And this year, the prize is extra fun because…
…I am going to pick TWO WINNERS!
TWO lucky winners will each receive a $500 Pottery Barn Gift Card (to be used at any of their brands).
Whether you need a festive throw pillow, a cozy blanket, a slow cooker, some pumpkin butter or maybe a piece of furniture, it’s yours to spend as you wish this cozy fall season.
I love all things fall and in my opinion, just a stroll through Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn or West Elm this time of year (through the holidays!) always brightens my day 🙂 .
This giveaway though is going to run LONGER than normal because…
I have been loving our “new” way of doing giveaways around here, so I’m doing it again 🙂 .
You must enter the Rafflecopter at the bottom of this post in order to be eligible to win (the Rafflecopter will randomly select the name). There is only ONE requirement on the Rafflecopter and that’s “BE A POSITIVE PART OF THE MIX AND MATCH MAMA COMMUNITY IN SEPTEMBER”.
We’re all mature, supportive, encouraging women in this community, so this time, we’re going to go on the honor system. Enter your name one time in the Rafflecopter below if you plan on being a fun, active, happy part of this community this month. If you only want to be fun and active today, that’s totally cool, but to enter the giveaway, I really hope you’re planning on being engaging more than one day this month. I would love it if you’re committing to the entire month of September.
That’s it. Maybe that means you’re thoughtfully commenting on most posts or maybe that means you’re sharing an IG quote of mine, trying out a recipe, reading a new book and being a part of the discussion…whatever it means to you, I just think we are all in this together, so I’m not going to ask you to jump through any hoops for the giveaway. Simply add your entry to the Rafflecopter for your name to be entered if you’re planning on being a thoughtful part of this community this September. That’s it!
Easy as that! I will stop the giveaway and have the Rafflecopter randomly select a name at 2:00 PM CST on September 30th. I will announce the winners’ names here on my blog on October 1st.
One giveaway, two winners, a great reason to celebrate!
Speaking of which, I have other fun content to get you in the September spirit!
First up…
…my FALL BUCKET LIST!
I have something fun and fall for you to do every single day between now and Halloween. SO MANY OF THEM ARE FREE! These are just easy little ideas to help us all incorporate more fall into our every days.
As you might imagine, today while I’m working, I’ll be watching…
…When Harry Met Sally 🙂 .
Take a look at the other fun fall movies that will be on repeat at my house this season too. I will be adding Runaway Bride and You’ve Got Mail as well! Those are fall classics at our house!
Need more fall fun?
Today’s Meal Planning Tuesday has some of our families most loved September suppers!
Plus…
If you’re lookin’ for a bit more fall inspiration this September…
…I have my 22 Keys to Making Fall Cozy!
You can also catch…
… my FALL HOME TOUR from 2023 HERE and…
…check out how we get Gourd-geous Pumpkins HERE!
Plus…
…I have a list of my 19 KEY FALL KITCHEN ESSENTIALS (for all of that seasonal cooking!) too!
Wishing you the happiest SEPTEMBER, friends!!!
Don’t forget, if you want to enter to win my $500 Pottery Barn Gift Card, just complete the Rafflecopter below!
Have the BEST day! I’ll see you tomorrow!
HAPPY SEPTEMBER! xx
Jami Romano says
So much fun in the is post ◡̈ 🎃
Vicki Sisson says
Ready for sweater weather…..can’t wait
Brandi says
So ready for fall!! 🍁
Annie Herrick-Dixon says
So fun! Love the fall bucket list!
Kristen Thompson says
Eek I love this! September is especially special in
my family and especially today because it’s my sweet baby boy’s 4th birthday today! AND my birthday is on Saturday (which also was his due date which was also Labor Day that year so that would have been cool but we were super happy to have a few extra days with him!!)! I know Kensington’s birthday is this month too, yay September is so sweet! Enjoy your favorite month!
Stacey says
Thank you Shay! When harry met sally is my favorite…and the playlist makes me so happy! As a teacher I love September: School isn’t new anymore, we settle into a groove….it is the best! Happy fall!
Anita Chaplin says
Fall is my fav season! It’s extra special now because our first grandchild was born 9/21/23.
Alison says
I love this and Happy September!! Have a cozy day.
Elspeth says
What a fun way to kick off the month! Happy September!
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Kathy GARRARD says
Your posts are inspiring! My son is not little anymore, but I have 2 granddaughters 3 and 7 that benefit from your recipes and other things in your posts. Thanks for sharing!
Susan Jeffries says
I love the movie marathon list! We spend all of the summer evenings outside, so I look forward to some movie nights indoors during cooler weather! Thanks for the great options! And the fun give away!
Carrie says
Thank you for being a positive role model for each and every one of us! ❤️ Shine on!
M Claas says
Thank you so much for this awesome post!!! So much to sink your teeth into! Happy September!
Kathy says
Happy September Shay!
Diane Moore says
Happy September! You are generous to do this giveaway. Thank you.
I’ve really been benefitting from your upbeat spirit. I am infusing my days and interactions with that joy, from the Lord, and I see it reflected in those around me.
You are a very good example of this. 💕
Dustie Day says
So ready for fall! Love this bucket list.
Emily Broyles says
This is the best movie list! Thanks for sharing. So many good ones you listed, that I had forgotten about.
Jenna Stiegelmeier says
I love that this post has all the fall ideas in one spot!
Lisa N says
Happy Fall! 🍁 Just seeing the word cozy made me reread your Keys to Cozy:) Still summer outside but Fall cozy inside🎃
Lisa D says
It’s definitely still HOT summer weather outside where I live but I, too, have gotten into the lovely Fall things inside! I absolutely love Fall! And my wedding anniversary is this month. 🧡
🍁🌻🎃
Erika Opperman says
Happy September Shay🍁! I’m a fellow fall enthusiast 🏈🎃🍁! Every September I start the Gilmore Girls! It’s a fall tradition for my sister and I🤍. Hope you have a wonderful day!
Mix and Match Mama says
YES!!!! Gilmore Girls is the perfect fall tradition!!
Faith says
I can’t wait to get my fall decor out today! Where did you get the happy pumpkins on your porch? They are adorable.
Mix and Match Mama says
We bought them years and years ago from Sandstone Garden in Joplin, MO 🙂 .
Karleigh Johnson says
How fun! I can think of about 500 ways I could use that gift card 🙂 the real dilemma would be—to
Buy fall gear or Christmas gear or both?!
Jennifer Gray says
Love this post – completely love the positivity!!
Amanda says
I saved that fall movie graphic as a go-to for some great movies!
Happy Fall!
Jennifer Miller says
What an exciting give away! I can smell the pumpkin scents already!! Happy Fall 🍁🍂
Amy Heinl says
Thanks for doing this amazing give a way. Spent the weekend getting my “fall,” on…its amazing how the little changes giv e s you all the homey feels. Have the best day and sending healing prayers Andrew’s way
Paula says
I saw you already watched You Got Mail….the quintessential fall movie in my book
I LOVE IT. Funny how different we live today on smart phones.
Annie says
As a born and bred Houstonian, I am also so tickled by your belief that September is the beginning of fall! LOL But I do enjoy your excitement. :).
Mix and Match Mama says
One can dream, right?! 😉
Kara says
Fun start to fall! Ohio finally felt fall-like this weekend so I brought out all my pumpkins, made your applesauce and celebrated our 17th Anniversary! 🙂 My favorite season has arrived!
Patty says
🎃🍂My favorite time of year too! September through December brings all of the cozy feelings, and I always feel the positive vibes when I read this blog. Thanks, Shay!
Aimee Gurtis says
Thank you for the movie list! I had mentioned to my hisband over the weekend that we need to rewatch Dead Poets Society the perfect Fall movie!
Praying Andrews recovery is going well!
Susan H says
Love your blog! Fall is my favorite season too!!
Dana P says
Ahhhh…such a fun time of year! Your blog really has made it that much more special and I’m guessing I’m not the only one that thinks that. That movie list makes me so happy every time I see it!
I know coming to Paris is already a luxury for many people, but I have to add that Paris and the surrounding area is absolutely beautiful in September and October if anyone can swing it! Most tourists are gone, the leaves are changing and the air is crisp and cool. Remind me again how nice it is during the gray months of January through March. 😉 Ha!
Kim says
Soooo ready for fall!!! Eek!!!
Kelly M Sites says
Already woke up in beautiful Michigan to fall-like weather. Crisp and chilly this a.m.!!!!!! Fall is my favorite- it feels like a fresh start, the final lap home to a new year in Jan. and beautiful leaves on the trees. I have had my fall stuff up for 2 weeks already 🙂 and I feel renewed hope and dedication to meeting my goals.
Mix and Match Mama says
Ohhhhh! I am so so jealous!! Enjoy!
Kelly M Sites says
PS also just read the BEST book. Same Time Next Summer- Abbey Monaghan SO SO GOOD. Highly suggest.
Natalie Alvarado says
You’ve Got Mail is my all time favorite! Thank you for all of the other movie suggestions!
Allison says
I have to make your french toast casserole this coming weekend!!
Paula McKaughan says
Give me all the “BER” months!!! It’s always extra cozy coming to your space each day. Happy September, Shay!
Coco Evans says
This time of year makes me oh so happy! I’m really looking forward to all of your fall and holiday related content. It’s always the best!
Talia says
What a fun post! I plan on decorating for Fall this weekend. Enter my favorite season!
Ashley D says
Happy September!! Fall is my favorite time of the year. We are escaping to Door County this week, and I am looking forward to cooler weather and the feel of FALL in the air.
Madison Hancock says
I decorated for fall last weekend and it makes me so happy!! Excited for football watching and all things pumpkin!!
Melissa says
Definitely adding Runaway Bride to our Fall movie list. Great movie! My daughter and I started Gilmore Girls again this weekend because Fall is definitely the perfect time to re-watch it!
Stacey says
Thank you for always bringing a little happy to everyone!
Pam English says
Love this 1st Fall post! I awoke to 59 degrees this morning in VA and it feels like Fall! I’m so excited to welcome my favorite season too! Love starting my day with your blog , Your teens were very little when I started following your posts! Please continue this uplifting blog, it’s a very uplifting start to my day! Thanks so much.
Janie Pena says
Happy September Shay!
I look forward to your blog every morning, even more now with all the Fall things coming. Yayyyy-uhh! 🙂
Gail says
Happy September! I love your blog!
Kristin says
I am so excited for fall cooking, and I tried a new pulla (cardamom bread) recipe yesterday. I haven’t even heard of some of the movies you listed, so it will be fun to check them out. Thank you for the inspiration!
Alyssa Norman says
Are you Finnish? My dad and I make Pulla every year for the holidays, but I’ve never met anyone else ( aside from the people who always receive it as gifts from us) who knew what it was! Love this as a fall tradition ❤️
Bex Penn says
I’ve made a summer bucket list but never a fall – fun! Adding “jump in the leaves” right now! Happy pumpkin season!
Laci says
I am ready for September! Gilmore Girls foreverrrr!!
Carolyn Friedrich says
I always put up my fall/halloween decorations on September 15 but now I’m thinking maybe today is the day! Your blog is a happy way to start my day.
Courtney says
While still in the 90s in NC, I kicked off September by making a big crock pot of chili for lunches this week. Excited for the fall!
Michelle says
I usually wait until closer to the end of September to put out fall decor, but I’m over the heat this year so I might do it earlier! Thank you for all the suggestions!
Beth Valenta says
Love a great Fall bucket list! Already brought out my light up pumpkins and cozy blanket. My addition to this is a fire pit after dinner. Last night I so enjoyed this reading my new BHG magazine. My other for the list…a fall walk and right now the candles from BBW are amazing. Try the snickerdoodle!
Kristin M says
Happy September! I am going to try to watch some of the movies on that list.
I watched When Harry Met Sally for the first time earlier this year and wow I loved it!
Lori says
I am going to check out your movie marathon list!
Erika W. says
I love the fall bucket list ideas!
Jamie Bart says
Wohoo! What a fun prize! Love reading your blog each morning!
sandi says
My sister and I were talking favorite movies while visiting our parents this weekend… so many are on your fall movie list! While You Were Sleeping and Julie and Julia are two of the best! Driving home from North Carolina to Virginia I could not believe the number of leaves that were starting to fall; I am really looking forward to cold temperatures.
Katie Hahn says
Happy Fall!!
Alissa T says
I grew up on the east coast and fall was always my favorite season too. Now I live in California and even though it’s still so hot and nary a leaf changes color I still love it!
Abby slaton says
Your bucket lists are one of our family’s favorite things! I can never come up with fun ideas on my own but I can easily follow a check list!!!
Brooke says
I was thinking about waiting until closer to October to get out my pumpkin decor but it would be nice to set the mood for fall even though I am in Texas. Highs in the upper 80s and low 90s is still cooler than before, right? 🙂
Kacey Medeiros says
Starts singing “it’s the greatest time of year, and it’s here…” 🍁🎃☕️🧣
Kristi says
Soooo ready for Fall weather!!
Cheri Geer says
Great give away. We need to be encourage each other and remember that we are all different. Ladies especially talk negative about each other when we should be talking about the positive. Until you walk a mile in someone’s shoes, you have no idea what they are or have gone through. Let’s be each others champions.
Amy says
It is a perfect day here in Oklahoma to celebrate fall, it’s only 79 degrees today!! Think I might watch some of those movies on your list. Have a great week!
Tish says
We have rain and temps in 70s in Texas after the 113 heat the past several weeks. Thanking the Lord for the relief and rain!! It just FEELS Fall and I know it won’t last long, hello Texas, but soaking it up today! What is Andrew’s recovery look like from his surgery? I imagine it’s probably lengthy. Praying for healing and comfort for him!
Colleen says
I put up my fall decorations yesterday and am getting in the fall spirit 🍂🍁🎃 Thanks for all you share with us on your blog!
Talitha says
I love fall and all your fun ideas! Looking forward to incorporating some of your bucket list!
Ashley Rodriguez says
Aw, this is a great idea! Thank you so much for doing this🍂!
Becky Powell says
Start of the best time of the year!!
Love the terracotta pumpkins!! Where are these beauties from?
Cathy Thomas says
Love the positivity!! You’ve Got Mail is a fall classic for me!
Elizabeth S says
I am going to add some of those movies to my movie list. I don’t watch many movies but this fall sounds like a good time to start. I do use your book list to create my reading list…so many books…so little time. :~)
Toni :0) says
You have really helped me embrace the Fall season so thanks for that. I’m savoring these last few weeks of summer over here in Michigan while I can though! 😉
Lauren says
What a fun way to kick off Fall! I’m here for it! 🙌🏻🎃🍁
Brittany Swain says
Love this Fall Bucket List. I print it every year, but then don’t do much with it! This year, I am committing to at least trying to do half of them!
Paige Hass says
Happy Fall!! Excited for this giveaway! 🍂
Lisa Elliott says
I meant to put out my fall wreaths today! Hopefully, I will remember after work today!! Have you seen the video of the giant skeleton getting dressed and putting on shades . . .picking up another skeleton in a jeep or bronco? I just searched for it online and can’t find it but saw it over the weekend. It made me think of your Halloween decorations.
Kara says
Chilling am’s starting in the Northeast this weekend. Fall is coming, the best season of the year, enjoy!
Chelsea says
I’m going to be utilizing the “Fall Bucket List” for September and October! This post is getting me excited for fall. 😊
Mary says
Just saved the Fall Movie list to Pinterest! Some of those I have not seen and am looking forward to cozy nights inside.
Melanie says
This is my favorite time of year! Thank you for creating such a positive space! I always enjoy your posts!
Ashley R says
Ohhh I love the bucket list and the movies! Thank you for always giving the best suggestions! I just love the -ber months!!
Mary Kay Cohen says
Fall is my favorite season too and this post just makes me so excited for the upcoming season.
Nancy says
I don’t have a lot of fall decor, but I’ve allowed my daughter to decorate her room for fall and she loves it. Love all the fall movie suggestions, I’ve been trying to find some my daughter and I can watch together.
Debbra Weber says
LOVE this post! I’m printing your lists off and sharing them with my gal pals when we meet for our next Wednesday Wine Gals get together tomorrow. A few of us our now empty nesters so this will be a fun way to celebrate the fall season and friendships instead of focusing on our empty nests. 🙂
Dawn Scheurich says
I am always inspired by you to make every day special! Love all the fall movie picks, too!
Susan says
We are having your simple Sausage, Peppers and Onion dinner tonight. To me that’s such a cozy fall meal!
Leiah Gordon says
September 1st is my favorite day of the year too!!! The beginning of the holiday season and everything we wait all year for! Happy fall 🧡
Marcia Compton says
Hello Fall, I love reading all your different posts, from food fashion travel and your wonderful family. Your Nantucket posts bring back so many wonderful memories. My family and I spent a many wonderful summers there. Marcia
April was in MA now WI says
Such a generous give away, someone is going to have a lot of fun with that!
Bianca says
Happy September! I look forward to hopefully some cooler temperatures & inside cozy days!
Teresa Flahaut says
Happy September 🧡
My parents 68th anniversary
🧡 9/3/56 🧡
Maddie says
Such a great giveaway!
Michelle Etheridge says
Fall is definitely the best time of the year! Love the smells. Tastes and sights of fall. Love to cook in the fall. Love fall football and lazy watching Sunday movies.
Donna says
Happy September! Saving that movie list to watch over the next couple of months!
Peggy Breland says
Hello Fall, even though it doesn’t feel like it here in Brenham, Texas yet. Decorations are down from the attic but not up yet. I’ ve been trying to grow pumpkins for 2 years and this year—I have pumpkins. I’m so excited. We are headed to Colorado Springs this weekend to climb The Manitou Incline. I am blessed to start my fall in such an exciting way
Tera Knepp says
September is definitely a favorite in our room! 4 of our 6 daughters, plus our previous exchange student, all have birthdays in September! 🥰
Savannah Romero says
I love September and am praying for some cooler weather here in CA! We’re back up to triple digits this week, but your post is giving me all the fall feels and I love it!
Angela says
I had the best day on Sunday as I decorated for fall!!!!! The pumpkins, leaves, fall garland… I love it all!!! Happy September Shay!! Thanks for encouraging us all to make our homes cozy and beauti-fall!!!! 🍁🎃🍂
Kelly says
Happy Fall!!! 🍁🎃☕️
Kim Parks says
I just saved your Fall Bucket List! Love some of the ideas on it! We woke up to rain in Dallas this morning 🙌🏻🙌🏻 I think Fall is on its way!
Jill says
What a fun surprise this is! Thank you. I’m going to need a pumpkin something today!
Penny says
What a great way to start Fall! Ideas and a giveaway!
Elizabeth Feldpausch says
I print out the fall bucket list every year!! Thanks for sharing again!
Marian says
Thank you for the handy bucket and movie lists!
Amber Vance says
I’m ready for FALL!
Stephanie Shurack says
I always love your fall posts! Do we get a 2024 fall house tour? I hope so! Will there be Fall in Nantucket? Hope you have the BEST week! Thanks for always being such a positive part of my day!
Mix and Match Mama says
Of course!! I will certainly post one. I’m not sure about Nantucket yet…we have to get our ducks in a row.
Jaci says
September is one of my favorite months of the year because my not so baby boy anymore turns 16 on September 4th!! I am in all my feels and this birthday is hitting me just different than the others!:( September also brought along some much nicer temps and rain which I will gladly take over the scorching 105 plus degree weather! Another exciting September moment is that my daughter is cheering for the first time and the Friday football feels has me excited for Fall! Thank you for doing these fun giveaways! Would love to win and use it for a new crockpot as mine is as old as our marriage…19 years and counting! Lol! Happy September!!
Amy says
I always look forward to your September posts, it inspires me to add some fun fall decorations to my own home!
Nicole says
Morning!
Do you have a favorite Pura scent you’d recommend? Or a line of good candles?
Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
I haven’t found one I didn’t love. Right now though, Coconut Calm and Cinnamon Cider are two I really, really love.
Deb says
September is my favorite month plus my birthday is 9/2 🍁
Kathy March says
Shay – I love reading your daily post. It’s always inspiring – Your encouragement in trying new recipes, reading more books, trying new exercises, doing quiet time in the mornings, decorating for fall – just to name a few. Thank you for doing the big giveaway!
Charman says
I was just in Pottery Barn in Nashville yesterday, and there is so much Fall goodness! What a wonderful giveaway!
Leanna says
Fall is my favorite time of the year. The colors are spectacular. The air smells clean and crisp. Time to grab some yarn, a spice candle, and a hot cup of tea. Bliss.
Nikki Merritt says
Just started God in the Woods thanks to your latest book review. I’m HOOKED!
Erika Slaughter says
AND the weather is giving us just a tease of fall! Absolutely perfection!
Natalie Lyles says
Love September and loving this post! 🎃 yay my anniversary is the 30th!!
Ranisa Brletich says
Love Pottery Barn and all things fall. Can’t wait for the nip in the air.
Mikayla says
So fun!! I look forward to you September 1st blog post every year!
Debbie says
I can’t wait to try the Minestrone Skillet. That is one of my favorite soups, but this will be more ‘hearty’ for my husband! 🙂
Kate says
The start of the best time of the year!!!
Kylee says
So much happy!! Thank you 💜🍂
Lauren West says
So many fall movies I haven’t seen, but I am faithful to “You’ve Got Mail” every September!
Julie J says
The weather in Michigan is fabulously cool at the moment and I couldn’t be happier. Bring on all the fun fall things!!
bette says
fall is my most favorite season too. growing up, we always started school tuesday after labor day. new seasons for tv shows for the three major networks also started in the fall. i am happy to see dead poets society is on your movie list because that is in my top 3 most favorite movies.
Andrea says
I always love when fall rolls around. I can feel your excitement through the screen every year 😍
Dakri says
Fall is in the air in northern Arizona! Thanks for the bucket list ideas for September and October. Great ideas!
Lauren says
Some people may say its too early for fall, but not me! I usually wait unitl September 1st, but the heat was killing me so I decorated on August 23rd this year. I love fall and starting all the fall things is my favorite!
Donna Boschulte says
The Life in Lilac products that you have recommended are marvelous! I’ve ordered several scents in the candles and some of the liquid scents. I am using them, but I saved some for gifts. Recipients love these products! Thanks for introducing them to us.
Mix and Match Mama says
I love them too!!
Laura says
What a great list of movies. I’m going to try and watch them all. Thanks for the giveaway.
Kelsee says
How do you like the Better Than Pie candle? I love Life in Lilac but don’t have that one!
Mix and Match Mama says
It smells SO GOOD!!!
Heather Cartee says
What a sweet give a way !!!! I love September !!! Looking forward to a cooler week here in South Carolina !!!!
Alyssa Norman says
Oh man I love fall and this post just made me incredibly happy!! 🍁🍂.
Thanks for the fun lists of fall to-dos!
I’m off to drink a Pumpkin Crème Cold brew and light a fall candle 😉 Have a happy day!
Lisa says
Fall has always been my favorite time of year, especially when I live in CA. Living in CO, Fall is here and gone in a number of days but it still lives on in my house by way of all the decor I buy!
Susan DD says
Even though it’s hard to say goodbye to summer, Fall is the perfect time to enjoy all the beauty of nature!!!
Coty says
Love this! Now off to take this neon polish off my nails and apply some navy fall 🙂
E. Lancaster says
I love the Halloweentown movies 🎃
Joy says
I love the -ber months, but October and December are my favorite months(our wedding anniversary, my birthday and all things Christmas) . I can’t wait to read about your family fall outings.
Lizzie says
Happy September, Shay! Now if the weather would just cooperate for us here in DFW. Thank you for offering the contest!
Robin says
Yes, yes, and yes to everything in this post! Fall is my happy time! 🍂🍁🎃
Tamara R says
Happy September friend! Love the positivity and reading your posts always makes me so much more excited for fall than I already am! Glad you added Runaway Bride and You’ve Got Mail, two of my very favorites! And if any of your readers want a cute town to visit in the fall, try the town of Berlin, on Maryland’s eastern shore (where Runaway Bride was filmed!). Xoxo
Katherine says
Great Fall bucket list! So many fun and easy things to do.
Robyn Beers says
I am so ready for fall and cooler temperatures. There’s nothing better than a nice cup of coffee on a cool morning!
Joanna H says
Happy September!! Love the bucket list for fall…
Sarah Madsen says
Your honesty & posts have been super impactful to me lately. Trying to make everyday special and have the motivation to do what makes ME happy and brings JOY in the ordinary is an ongoing goal, but one I am striving for more in September! Yay for fall 🙂
Sarah says
Thank you for the fall bucket list! Bring on the pumpkins and hopefully cooler weather.
Laura Holmes says
I’m so excited for fall!! What a fun way to start with a great giveaway. Today, I’m dragging down my bins and putting out my pumpkins. Can’t wait!
Erica says
Love reading your blog every morning! Such a fun, lighthearted and always seasonal way to start the day 🙂
Jeanne says
I look forward to reading your posts each day! Thank you for the inspiration & encouragement!
Holly C. says
This makes me ready for fall…. yes!!!!
K. Briggeman says
Great movie list, but yes, You’ve Got Mail should’ve been first!!
Jennifer W says
Aww – love the “football trinity” of movies and You’ve Got Mail. Will be watching them this month for sure! I love how much you LOVE Fall!
Jenn DeVille says
My birthday is in October, so fall is VERY special to me!
Stephanie Simpson says
So much fa la la la…fall in one post! I love it! Happy Fall y’all!
Noelle says
I have already watched Hocus Pocus 2 twice. I just think those 3 ladies really show their joy in doing a 2nd one all those years later. I’m also mentally planning my outdoor halloween decorations!
Kim Hayes says
Thank you for the sweet giveaway and the fall bucket list and movie ideas. This is helpful as I am now alone and trying to be my best self in a new state and new town! But cozy can happen anywhere, right? I’ve been reading your blog since K was a baby and have so enjoyed watching them grow! Beautiful family and can I just say Andrew gets extra points for bringing home that cute pumpkin last week?! I know he helps you manage and store everything so bringing home MORE is speaking your love language! Sigh….❤️
Alana says
I’ve always loved fall, but especially this year as I’m able to get my 3 year old into it with me! Bring on the cooler temps, cozy blankets, sweaters, fall scented candles.. I’m giddy thinking of it all!
Andrea Hooper says
If I’m being honest, I’m not ready for summer to end. Our kids just started school last Wednesday and I was the saddest I’ve ever been at this time.
Mix and Match Mama says
I think a mourning period is perfectly fine and means you must have had a great summer with your family 🙂 .
Kirstin Brown says
Love everything about this post!! Happy fall!
Rhonda Nichols says
It’s beginning to feel like fall at my home in Tennessee! Decorating and enjoying the cooler weather. Thanks for sharing your love of this wonderful season.
of this wonderful season!
Kristen Smith says
I walked through Pottery Barn this weekend just to get “in the mood!” Haha! It always does the trick! Enjoy this month!
Christy Malatesta says
I have had my Leaves candles from Bath and Body works going all day! So excited for Fall and love this giveaway!
Jess says
That’s my favorite candle! I put the wallflower in my classroom 🙂
Beverly says
September 25th marks the tenth anniversary of Lucy Belles Rainbow http://www.lucybellesrainbow.org which honors the memory of Lucy Belle Perkins who died September 25 from an aggressive glioblastoma when she was a 13 yr old 8th grader in my art class. Here’s a link to a video that describes how we support children fighting cancer and this year we are pulling out all stops to make the tenth anniversary a banner year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHaEeL6L9ro
We welcome anyone who wants to help us support children fighting cancer.
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh wow! Going to watch now!
Lori says
We moved to Florida this past year and while it is still summer (and honestly will continue to be summer), I have started decorating for fall. At least I can pretend…..
StephC says
I love fall. I haven’t decorated yet, but it is on my list for this week. Another movie for your list is Cheaper by the Dozen – takes place during college football season. If your kids haven’t seen it, they would really enjoy it =) it still makes me laugh.
Betsy says
Always love reading your posts, especially when they involve holidays!
Heather says
Boy Mama livin in the North East here and our weather today was just glorious!! It was 56° at my sons tennis lesson this morning. High of 72- bring on all the fall comfiest to wear!
Janet Teeter says
Bring on all the fall decor, snacks, drinks! Looking forward to all of it🍁🍁
Kristin says
Love seeing the Life in Lilac Fall candle. Mine are on the way 🫶👏Happy Fall, this is such a fun post.
Sil says
Happy September!! I can’t wait to start watching those movies! Thank you!
Cathy Perez says
I’m loving being part of this community! You give everyone daily encouragement and I love opening each and every post! Bring on September!
Christa Liso says
This is so fun Shay! I love seeing how you celebrate this time of year! I have taken notes! ❤️🍁🍂
Melissa Baur says
I love the movie list! Thank you.
Kerry says
Oh this movie list is perfect for some
Fall weekends when the hubs is watching football. I can’t wait.
Hollie M says
Ahhh.. this last third of the year! So many fun things to look forward to.
Sarah DeWald says
Can’t wait to drink all the cider and eat the pumpkin bread! Here we come Fall!
Kristy says
I did a beautiful front porch display using your gordeous method and my pumpkins stayed solid for 2 months! The next year I was lazy and they rotted fast and furious. I am especially excited for fall this year because we are moving into a new house! We already moved to a new city, and I am so excited to settle in and be cozy for the BER months.
Laura Drury says
love all of your ideas! Now if the weather will just cooperate!
Mandy Placke says
Definitely saving the bucket list for ideas!
Nicole says
I’m so excited that September is finally here!
Colleen Mendes says
I have to say, I always mourn the end of summer (my favorite season) but your posts do make me look do
Maggie says
I think because I’ve been reading your blog so long, I now also associate when your blog starts getting “fallish” as a part of my fall traditions! Excited to do more of the cozy fall things and read about them too!
Danielle G. says
Hii Shay! Yay for embracing fall 🧡❤️ I saw in the “other posts you may enjoy” the Bestie Breakdown Podcast where you and Erika broke down Halloween. Is there any chance you’ll ever bring the podcast back?! You girls were my favorite to listen to and I’m still waiting for Erika to break down that Disney cruise she took a few years ago 🙈😅
Molly says
Happy September!!!!!! You are so loving and generous with your giveaways, May God bless you right back!
Meredith says
I’m willing it to be fall in Texas…but I know 🤦🏼♀️. Today I wore a super fall-y outfit just hoping!
Eliza says
I love it! I love fall…Every year I can hardly wait to start decorating on Sept. 1st. Also, love the movie list!!
Jess says
I do looove fall, but our summers in Maine are so short that for most of September I’m trying to hold on to summer until I absolutely can’t! 😅 When I have to give in, this year I’ll be watching When Harry Met Sally, I don’t know why haven’t seen it before! I love You’ve Got Mail!
Emily Smith says
I was asked this morning what my favorite season is. I said fall! Unless it is a snowy day in winter, then winter.
~B~ says
Spent my weekend with You’ve Got Mail & When Harry Met Sally on as my “comfort” shows and can’t wait to continue for the next few months! Happy Fall!
Rahel says
Yes – a stroll through those stores puts be in the season too!
Paula Fahlman says
Love all your posts.
You would love the early fall weather today in New England!
Low humidity, blue, blue skies and low 70’s!
Meredith Russell says
What a generous giveaway! That would be wonderful to have!
I just have to tell you my girlfriends and I took a girls trip to Laurel, MS (Hometown fans-iykyk). We went into a cute little shop and I saw your meal planner guide on display. I took a pic but I couldn’t attach it. Anyway, thought you’d like to know you have fans in Mississippi.
Beth says
FUN! Lets go FALL!
Kelly Wood says
Thank you for always spreading joy!
Karen says
Fall is awesome!!!
Jodi Weismann says
I’m so happy September’s here! Love fall and your blog!
hayley carter says
Shay, I’ve taken a break from the internet and may have totally missed this – did you watch DCC on Netflix? I’m obsessed with it and figured you and K must have definitely watched it and want your thoughts! (Again, sorry if I missed it in a post)
Mix and Match Mama says
All of the girls in my house watched it! I thought Netflix did a great job!
Cheryl Sandoval says
I thought the same thing when I watched with my daughter; I thought, I wonder if “Blogger friend Shay” (as you’re affectionately known in our house) has watched this. We really enjoyed it!
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwwww! This is the ULTIMATE compliment!!! Thank you so so much for saying this. It warms my heart more than you know. xx
Julis says
Long time follower here, and I always think of you when September hits! I just wish the weather would get the memo it’s Fall! 🧡
Julie says
Long time follower here, and I always think of you when September hits! I just wish the weather would get the memo it’s Fall! 🧡
Sarah Shaneyfelt says
This is the start of my favorite time of the year–fall and then all the holidays!! I’ve finally decorated for fall and I’m cooking chili tonight since our temps are going to cool down slightly (meaning highs in the 80s and not 90s) haha! I watched You’ve Got Mail on Monday because it just feels like a fall movie to me!
Jodie L. Kingsbury says
You have the coolest decor around. Is there a link to find your tan pumpkins on your porch??
Have a great September!!
Heather Forcey says
I always think of you on Sept. 1! I put out all my pumpkins this past weekend and it makes me so happy walking through the house. Now if only central CA would cooperate and stop with the 105 degree heat!
CHRISTINE says
Loved this post! Will use some of these ideas 🙂
Doreen says
I haven’t watched When Harry met Sally in years. Will definitely watch it soon!
Stacey Mills says
eek!!! Love all the fall!!
Keisha Dawson says
The BER months are the best months of the year! I’m so excited they are finally here, and we finally got temperatures below 100.
Christina Molnar says
I have been following you for years and SEPTEMBER is my favorite time of year to follow your blog for yummy recipes and cozy house decorating ideas!
Nancy Ellen Loring says
I love the crisp mornings that September brings.
Connors Rita says
Did I miss the link for the better than pie candle?
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s here: https://lifeinlilac.com/products/better-than-pie-candle
Valerie Allen says
Woo Hoo! I’ve been making pumpkin muffins, cooked a roast with roasted veggies, burning candles and I put away clothes that are not in the fall color scheme I want to wear. Now if the cool weather would just get here to the Houston area, I’d be just dandy.
Angie Wilbur says
It’s 105 degrees in Southern California today, but I can’t wait to go home, light a fall calendar and have a glass of wine for dinner 🙂
Pam Zercher says
So fun! AND Sept 30 is my birthday. It’s a win win! 💚
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay! Happy happy birthday!!
Debbie says
Great giveaway! Love Runaway Bride.
Bri says
I think your fall content is my absolute FAVORITE!!!! Here we go; YAY!
Amy says
Just ordered my first ever Life in Lilac candle — Better Than Pie. So excited for this fall addition to our home! Thank you!
Diana says
Fall is my absolute favorite too! I love your fall bucket list, I will have to make one with my kids!
Nicole says
Love all things fall!
Jeanette says
How exciting for whoever wins! Love the Fall bucket list and your movie choices. My favorite day in September is the 4th, my birthday 🥳.
Renae Mull says
Bring on fall!!
Kathy Schikevitz says
Love your love for all things fall! Your energy is contagious!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank YOU!!