Happy Happy THURSDAY, friends!
You guys, it’s a Thursday that I’m going to treat like a Friday 🙂 .
Spring Break officially started for Mades last week but begins at 4:00 today for Smith (and then tomorrow for Ashby and Kensington), so I am going to put a pin our special little online space and pick back up with you on Tuesday, March 25th.
I always miss you while I’m away, but I am super, super excited to spend a few days with my family enjoying our Spring Break together. As I mentioned in this week’s TRAVELING WITH KIDS: PART 2 post, Andrew and I love “kidnapping” our kiddos and taking them on a family vacation. All of that togetherness makes my heart SO SO HAPPY!
I’m going to finish up work today, get “my life together” tomorrow and then be back here with you on the 25th. Don’t forget, if you are curious about what I packed for this trip, you can see it all ON THIS POST.
In the meantime, have a wonderful, wonderful next few days! xx
Well my first “fave” for the week is a BIG one…
…today is our 21st wedding anniversary!
Twenty one years ago, we said “I do” 🙂 .
I loved me some Andrew Shull twenty one years ago, but not NEARLY as much as I love him today.
I only thought I loved him then.
This guy is my best friend. My favorite travel buddy. The person I get the most excited to see every day.
No one makes me laugh more. No one has more grace for me. No one loves my kids more.
No one loves me more.
Happy 21 years, Mr. Shull.
Saying yes to Jesus will forever be the best thing I’ve ever done…but saying yes to you is certainly a very close second. xx
It has been a BIG week around here (and for the love, it’s only Thursday!).
On Saturday, we surprised my dad with a super special 70th birthday party!
I mean, is that awesome or what?! This is my dad heading to bury Kensington’s time capsule in 2008. (He has one buried for each grandchild.)
My mom, Catherine and I put together this party and boy was he surprised.
And there he is singing circa 1990-something.
This is Jay circa 1965-ish along with his Guinness record 🙂 .
There are few words to express what it was like growing up with this guy…
…spoiler alert, it was never dull. Bahahaha! #stillisnot
We were all SO happy to celebrate his big day.
Sean gave a wonderful toast before…
…he blew out his candles 🙂 .
This girl was an amazing co-host! She is so creative and extra, extra good at party planning.
Man, I love my family. It was a very very special day.
Happy happy birthday to my sweet dad!
On Friday, I laughed because all of my #ootd were BLACK, but this week…
…I must be in my “white” era 🙂 . I paired MY TEXTURED V-NECK with MY JEANS…
I love the texture of this top!
I also love…
…this CREAM DENIM MOTO JACKET!
It’s denim and cream and my heart can hardly take how cute it is and how perfect it is for SPRING! I bought the jacket (and the top) both in xs.
Yesterday, I had an eye doctor appointment plus a parent/teacher spring conference and wore MY WHITE HENLEY with MY JEANS in lieu of my usual weekday workout wear.
And to apparently wrap up “white week”…
…my VUORI SHORTS for the win! Speaking of shorts…
…I saw that my ATHLETA SHORTS are on SALE in all colors right now! I just bought them in black too 🙂 .
It’s been a sweet little week…
…with just Mades home for Spring Break. Her school has a two week break…
…and the two of us have been enjoying every minute of it. We’re anxious for the big kids to join us now though! It’s time for everyonnnnnne to get a break!
On Monday, I shared WHAT I’M PACKING FOR SPRING BREAK and one of the items was…
Well, I ordered two cover ups from them as well…
…THIS ONE comes in several other colors and is only $23!
I like the fabric a lot!
This one…
…is oh so cute too!!! THIS COVERUP…
…had me at the trim 🙂 .
And, of course, I love me some TKEES flip flops!
Um, well this was a given this week…
…I cannot quit them! If you love jalapeno as much as me, BUY THESE TODAY! I found them in my neighborhood grocery store. I’m obsessed!
Our laundry room rug was super worn out, so I took advantage of Wayfair’s big sale…
…and bought THIS JUTE RUG.
You guys, I love it so much that I bought a second one for the guest bedroom. As soon as it arrives, I’ll take some pics!
THIS RUG comes in many different sizes too!
And one last thing…
…since St. Patrick’s Day is on Monday, I am sharing 22 FESTIVE RECIPES FOR YOUR GREEN HOLIDAY!
Because everyone needs a little green on their March 17th 🙂 .
Okay, that wraps up this week’s Thursday edition of my Friday Faves. I’m off to enjoy my anniversary today with my sweet hubby and then Spring Break with my family. I hope you have a WONDERFUL week! xx
Elspeth Mizner says
Have a wonderful week and great spring break!!
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Jami Romano says
Happy anniversary! Have a wonderful spring break with your family ◡̈
Beth Knecht says
I’ve been wondering about your grandma’s health and contour to pray for her. I’m so glad to see her in the family picture at your dad’s party!
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh you’re so sweet! She is doing really, really well! She is my hero.
Sarah Shaneyfelt says
Happy Anniversary, Shay!! 21 years is amazing! And I loved your dad’s surprise party–the cut outs of him at different stages in life were hilarious!
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Kim says
Happy anniversary 🥰
Cyrielle S says
What size of those Athleta shorts do you wear? I want to snag a pair!
Mix and Match Mama says
xs!
Kristen says
ooh is that Catherine’s house? The lighting fixtures are stunning!
Mix and Match Mama says
It is! It’s gorgeous!
Eliza says
Congratulations on 21!! It takes a lot of work to have a good marriage. Keep up the good job♥️
Oh and happy birthday to your sweet dad!
Karleigh Johnson says
Happy anniversary Shay and Andrew! 21 years and so many memories and love to show for it. I really think finding someone who loves and supports you unconditionally is the key to life 💙💙💙
Debbie K. says
Happy anniversary, and happy spring break trip!! Have the best time with family. Can’t wait to read the recap. I travel through you. LOL
Kristin says
Happy anniversary! What a great party for your dad. Have a wonderful spring break trip!
Dana P says
Happy anniversary!! It’s our 22nd this year, too. I think it’s so important that we see marriages that actually work (because of our Lord’s grace!) even after so many years together. There are so many sad stories of marriage out there.
I think Andrew and my husband have similar personalities, which makes it fun to see how much you love Andrew, too. And every time you post one of those pictures where you guys are cracking up, I feel like I have a pretty good idea of what he was doing to make you guys laugh so hysterically! At least I do if he really is like my husband like he seems to be. 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank YOU for these kind words. Congrats to both of us, friend!
Sarah M. says
Where was your dad’s party held? The house is gorgeous!
How fun to have those cutouts made!
Mix and Match Mama says
At Sean and Catherine’s house!
Amy Rae D. says
Happy anniversary to you and Andrew! 🙂
Paula says
Do you donate yearly seasonal items like swimsuits, cover ups, sandals, bags, Halloween and Christmas shirts and then get new ones each year?
Mix and Match Mama says
No, I actually keep them in bins in a closet upstairs. I have a bin for “fall” things and then “christmas things” and then one for coverups and swimsuits. I don’t as needed, but I just dump them all into the bin when the season is over and pull out whatever seasonal thing is next. I have a bin for my kids’ team tees and such along with one for the Red Sox too.
Kristine G. says
Love that white henley from Evereve! What size did you get?
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s an xs.
Jodi Shah says
Love the rug! Would it soft enough for a family room?
Mix and Match Mama says
Probably not. I have my jute rug layered underneath a softer rug in my family because I’m not sure it’s soft enough for sitting/laying on the floor.
Jillian k Vansickle says
happy anniversary shay and andrew!!!!! 21 years!!!!!! wow!!! happy 70th birthday to your dad
Alisa says
Happy birthday to your dad! My dad’s 70th is also coming up and I just LOVE the cutouts you did 👏🏻. Maybe a silly question, but where did you get them made?
Mix and Match Mama says
Catherine had them made with Build a Head. We were super impressed by the quality because, as you can imagine, the quality of the photos were pretty poor considering their age.
Beth Valenta says
Happy Anniversary to such an adorable couple! Enjoy your break!!
Jamie S. says
Happy Anniversary to you and Andrew! Happy Birthday to your adorable dad! And happy (almost) Spring Break to your family!
I am dying to know what is on everyone’s name tags at your dad’s party??
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s our name and then how we know him underneath it. My mom did this because the party included such a wide variety of people she wanted everyone to feel a little more connected (childhood friends, church friends, work friends, family, neighbors, etc).
Allyson says
Shocked by how much Sean looks like your dad now that we’re seeing younger photos! How does one clean a jute rug?
Mix and Match Mama says
We use our little green Bissell! https://shopstyle.it/l/cnvgY
Karah Stracener says
Happy Anniversary to you guys! Enjoy your spring break with your precious family. I love those 2 coverups, I am always look for new coverups. Thank you for sharing.
Connie says
Happy 21st Anniversary to you both!! Cheers to many more!! It will be my 25th in January 2025! Time flies! I love the cardboard photos of your dad. I thought of doing that of my parents who passed away within a week of each other last year. For our family gatherings or holidays. We do keep photos out of them all over. Enjoy your family time!
KANDI BARBER says
Happy Anniversary! You two are so cute together! Have a great Spring Break wherever you are off too!
Erin says
Happy anniversary!!
Ramona says
Happy Anniversary 🎉🎊and happy birthday to your dad! And happy Spring Break! 🩷
Paula Hobbs says
Happy Anniversary, Andrew and Shay!!! Have a wonderful spring break!! 💕
Jodi says
Happy anniversary!