Happy Friday, friends!
We are in count down mode over here. After today, we only have 3 more Fridays when a Shull kiddo has to get up for school. We are PUMPED!
I hope you had the best week 🙂 . I don’t know about you, but I’m excited it’s just about time for the weekend.
As always, I’m linking up with my friends Andrea and Erika and sharing this week’s FAVORITE THINGS!
Well so so so much MAY goodness already!
Don’t forget, it’s SHAY’S HAPPY MAY GIVEAWAY going on right now…
…to see the details and enter to win, HEAD TO THIS BLOG POST. The winner’s name will be announced next Friday.
I am giving away…
…THIS FRENCH MARKET TOTE with all sorts of really good “May” things inside!
TOP + SHORTS + THESE AMAZING SANDALS and I’m ready for May 🙂 .
If you missed this yesterday, don’t forget we also have…
…our #photoadaywitherikaandshay challenge in May and…
…I am positively GIDDY about our WALK EVERY DAY IN MAY challenge too! I LOVE reading your comments about how you’re getting your walks in each day.
Yesterday was a HARD day for me to get motivated to walk, and I am being 100% honest when I say that if it weren’t for this little community, I absolutely would not have done it. All of the cheerleaders and a parent have to work a six hour shift in the parking lot of the Byron Nelson Golf Tournament and mine was yesterday from 6:00 AM until noon. After standing for six straight hours, I did not want to walk…but because of the accountability I have with you, I did…and I’m so happy that I did it!
Truly, I came up with this silly challenge and YOU girls encouraged me to get out and walk on day one. THANK YOU!
One last thing for May…
…check out my 31 MAY MEALS to simplify your month too!
The best bargain on the internet…
…are my APPLE WATCH BANDS. I’ve talked about these little sets for YEARS…
I wear them EVERY SINGLE DAY at home, in the gym, in the shower, in the pool, in the ocean…and they’re perfection. The sets are only $14 for SIX BANDS, and I have bought several different color palettes over the year, but I just bought this one…
…because the colors looked great for spring and summer AND there was a red one in there too for both of my kids’ high schools…
You get all six for only $14. I’m telling you, best deal online 🙂 .
Speaking of great deals online…
…my fancy schmancy pearl hoops are only $12 🙂 .
So cute, right?!
Also, my dress is HERE and…
…MY TARGET SANDALS have been on my feet every single day this week. I LOVE them!
If you haven’t read the comment section from my APRIL BOOK REVIEW then how do you even know what you’re reading next?! I added so many new recs to my “to read” list!
We are about one week away from MOTHER’S DAY! I rounded up a few goodies for both mom and grandma for you…
#1: The Quencher H2.0 Flowstate™ 40-Ounce Tumbler
#2: Stoneware Cream & Sugar Set
#3: Floral Statement Stud Earrings
#4: Mom of the Year Cotton Twill Baseball Cap
#5: Moonlight Eco Long Sleeve Short Pajamas
#6: CozyChic® Stripe Socks
#7: Pure Silk Pillowcase & Skinny Scrunchie Set
#8: Tazz Platform Slipper
#9: Esplar Sneaker
#10: NODPOD Sleep Mask
#11: Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
#12: Miller Sandal
#13: Sports Mom Cotton Blend Graphic Sweatshirt
#14: Initial Square Zip Travel Case
#15: Everything Shower Set
#16: CozyChic™ Robe
#17: Bogg Bag Original Boggs Tote Bag
#1: Women’s Everyday Waffle Robe
#2: Transitional Knit Travel Wrap
#3: Square Crystal Stud Earrings
#4: 5-Pack Serve Chilled Rosé All Day Eye Gels
#5: Lime Basil & Mandarin Scent Surround™ Diffuser
#6: Moonlight Eco Crop Pajamas
#7: Replica Lazy Sunday Morning Candle
#8: Smart Garden 3 Self Watering Indoor Garden
#9: Mon Couer 13-Ounce Signature Stoneware Mug
#10: Lovely Lashes Pure Silk Contour Sleep Mask
#11: Bay Cutout Slide Sandal – Wide Width Available
#12: CozyChic® Ultra Lite® Cardigan
#13: Coquette Shearling Lined Slipper
#14: Delicate Cubic Zirconia Bangle
#15: Black Arnold Palmer Invitational 24oz. Tumbler
#16: The Hand Retinol
#17: Chunky Handwoven Throw Blanket
And #cinco today is just in time for your Cinco de Mayo…
…you need OUR EASY MARGARITA this Monday 🙂 . Check out the easy way we whip these up (including a video!) HERE!
Okay, I’m off for the weekend! I have walks to take, photos to snap, meals to make, and a family to enjoy this first weekend in May.
I hope YOU have the best weekend too! I’ll see you on Monday! xx
Elspeth Mizner says
I’m loving the walk challenge! This group is awesome with accountability! Happy Friday!
http://www.elspethsdaybyday.com
Karen Krieger says
I love starting my morning with you every day for the last 13 years! Favorite part of my morning
Susan Jeffries says
I am grabbing that cute dress in red for my daughter! She will love it! And I need to jump on the silk pillow case bandwagon. Maybe I will gift that to myself for mothers day! Happy weekend!
Kari Miller says
Your links are amazing today. My Apple Watch band is definitely due for an upgrade.
Have a wonderful Friday!!
https://karimillerblog.com/friday-favorites-may-2-2025/
Mix and Match Mama says
I cannot recommend these enough!
Nicole says
1. Love the walking challenge! I invited my people to join too! Even my son’s school has “walk a mile every day in May” challenge! 2. I just got the book club read this month! 3. What size did you get in the white shorts? 4. How many days a week are you running now? 5. THANKS! 🙂 Happy first weekend in May!! ☀️
Nancy Granger says
Thanks for encouraging us to do the May walking challenge. I didn’t get to start until yesterday but I’m committing to walk every day in May.
Erika Slaughter says
Happy FRIDAY! WHEW! What a day yesterday! We started {kind of} on a low and ended on a high. haha! Love that navy tank!
Kathy says
Good morning Shay! I’m so happy you posted about the watch bands! I am on the hunt for some fun colors for summer! Have a great weekend!
Stephanie says
Happy Friday! Love the Mother’s Day gift guide! Happy Friday! XO
Kay says
Hi Shay!
Happy weekend to you. Speaking of favorite things, I just got a copy of “The Road to Le Papillon!” I’m excited to add it to my morning routine.
Do you have to start at the beginning and read through? Or could I just begin at May 1? I couldn’t tell by flipping through it.
Thanks so much!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yay! I read an entry every single day. I started in late June. I would HIGHLY recommend starting on the actual date and not January 1st because it’s very seasonal. You’ll be so inspired!
Diane Moore says
I also only walked yesterday because of the accountability. It was short, but I was pushing 2 grandchildren in a Little Tykes car the whole way, so I’m counting it. 😁
Mix and Match Mama says
That TOTALLY counts!! I bet your grandkids loved it too!
Diane Moore says
Yes! And I just got back from today’s walk. 👍🏻
Natasha says
We woke up to a broken hot water heater and a minor flood in the basement. My husband offered to drive me to work and the only reason I walked was because of the challenge. We all inspired each other yesterday!!!
Jess says
Have you upgraded your watch recently? I’m tempted to since it’s been a few years! Do you have a link to your most recent Apple Watch post? Thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
I haven’t updated it in about 18 months, and I don’t even think I did a post on this version?!
Patty Anderson says
I like the daily walks, but this month I’m trading walking for biking to get ready to ride the 240 mile Katy Trail in Missouri at the end of the month. And Cinco de Mayo is a big deal in our house. It’s also my husband’s birthday. He likes to say that people all over like to celebrate his birthday ;-). And now, off to ride!
Tiffany says
I love that you have a NodPod in your gift guide, I love mine and take it w me when I travel. I have given it at least a dozen times for gifts! Happy Friday!
Krista F says
Day 1 walk… check! Ready for Day 2 😊
Jaci says
Now I feel like I’m letting someone down if I don’t get that walk in!! lol! Thank you for the accountability!!🤗. Love the pearl earrings…pearls are my fave!! Adding to cart;). Have the best weekend!!
Lauren M. says
You got me obsessed with those watch bands back in 2023, and I still wear one every single day! Great purchase!! And thanks for the walking accountability – day 1 complete!
K.K. says
Love, love the walking challenge, Shay!! Happy Friday to the Shulls!
Sue Jones says
The Apple Watch bands are the best. Getting ready for my walk! Have the best weekend!
Mix and Match Mama says
I just went back to check and my set must be sold out now.
Sarah Shaneyfelt says
I walked at 8pm last night because we had baseball, then baths, and then the bedtime routine. BUT if it weren’t for the challenge, then I wouldn’t have went out walking!!!
kimberlee nelson says
Love the watch bands but the link is not for the colors you showed in the pics. Is there another link for those? Love the color you have on your watch in the pic! Thanks!
Meggie says
Thanks for the Mother’s Day gift guides! Great ideas for the moms in my life- including myself! 😂
Shannon Proctor says
Got my first day of steps in yesterday! Thanks for being so motivating! Love the apple watch bands!
Natalie Thomas says
Shoes you are slipping on for a quick walk? Sometimes I don’t want to put on socks and lace up the walking shoes. Need something easy to slip on!
Mix and Match Mama says
My very very old school Sketcher Go Walks 🙂 .
Jamie S. says
Have you watched the Red Sox documentary on Netflix yet? I’m on episode four and it’s fantastic. This documentary does a great job of pulling back the curtain and reminding everyone that these guys are still regular people. I’m a Mariners fan, but truly a fan of baseball in general. This show has definitely made me more of a fan of a lot of these guys. I’ll be rooting for them, when they aren’t playing the Mariners, of course 😉
Mix and Match Mama says
I’ve started it!!! My dad has too 🙂 .
Jess says
It’s so good! Be ready to fall in love with Jarren Durran. Both me and my my husband have 🤣
Catherine A says
We just toured Florence, Italy and walked 5 1/2 miles! Doing Rome tomorrow!
Mix and Match Mama says
AMAZING!!! I wish that was how I was walking into May! Have the BEST time!
sc says
My goal is to walk 5 miles a day, with grace on days I don’t, 1 mile or 2 works 😉 Thanks for the challenge!! Where did you get your cute denim shorts?
Mix and Match Mama says
Wow! I love this!!!!
Erin says
Love those sandals!
samantha says
Not related to today’s post…but I ordered a travel set of Colleen Rothschild a few months ago per your rec. We love it and my daughter and I love the conditioning mask so much I ordered a full size (with the awesome Shay discount) It arrived today and it’s HUGE!!! My teenage daughter and I both love the smell too! Thanks for such a great rec…we’re converts now too!
Mix and Match Mama says
IT IS AMAZING!!!! I truly think it’s in a league of its own.
Lauren Gingerich says
I love the pearl earrings, perfect Mother’s Day gift! Also, did you see anyone famous while at the golf tournament?
Mix and Match Mama says
I was in the parking lot the whole day, so I didn’t see anyone but awesome fans about to head inside.
Pat says
Have a great weekend! I love the challenge to walk every day in May. What a great idea!
Jill Snethen says
My husband and I are big golf watchers. I thought of you yesterday when we were watching the Byron Classic and it is in McKinney TX.
Got my walk in this morning.
Mix and Match Mama says
I was there…in the parking lot 😉 . I wish I would have been inside!
Holly says
Great accountability mode… thank you!
Kim says
I didn’t get my walk in today oops! I will be walking around Disneys Magic Kingdom tomorrow though so hopefully a bajillion magical steps will make up for it!! So many great May things Shay!
Mix and Match Mama says
Well color me JEALOUS!!!
Cheryl Sandoval says
I’ve followed you daily since 2014 and I am so thankful for you, Shay! Not everyone gets to have an irl friend like you, but you make it possible for this community to experience encouragement, positivity, and JOY with every post! I know you’ve heard countless times that you are a blessing, but I’d love to add one more 🥰
Mix and Match Mama says
Well goodness, THANK YOU! Truly, I am blessed by you more than you will ever know. xx
~B~ says
I second exactly what Cheryl said so beautifully! You are such a joy in my/our lives, Shay, and I always appreciate the joy you bring to my day in what you share!
Marie C says
I have now walked both days of May so far!! Today I signed up for a 5K at the end of May, because I figure if I walk every day in May, I should be in good shape by May 31st! Never done anything like that before! So excited!! Thanks for this idea! I’m using the hashtags #walkeverydayinmay AND #walkeverydayinmaywithshay on Instagram!
Lori says
I’m enjoying your walking challenge!
joanna h says
Happy Friday, have a GREAT weekend!!
D Jackson says
Thankfully I got my walk in before we had a big thunderstorm come through! Needed the walk…needed the rain so all is good!
Kelly Bonner says
It always feels good to get that walk in! 👟
I bought those watch bands after you’ve recommended them before, & I love them too!
thuyance says
Happy Friday! The final school countdown is always the best feeling—freedom is near! 🎉 If you’re easing into the weekend with some news, Morning Joe had a packed segment this week worth catching: https://thuyance.com/2025/04/16/morning-joe-4-23-25-6am-mnsbc/
Marisa Patel says
I started off great for the Walking Challange on the 1st but later that afternoon I was doing laundry and decided to carry a big load of towels in my arms instead of getting the basket and while going around a corner I did not see the dog bed and I tripped. Feet in the air I landed on the right side of my body with impact to head, shoulder, and hip (love the look of the hardwoods but don’t appreciate the feel when falling on it)! I have a minor concussion with bruising and shoulder/clavicle pain (I see the Dr on Monday). Needless to say, I have not walked since then but I do plan to get back to it as soon as possible!
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh no!! Take it easy and rest. That’s terrible.