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‘Tis the Season Saturday {09.20.25}


Happy Saturday, friends!

Thank you, THANK YOU for stopping by over the weekend to say hi.

I am ALWAYS so blessed by it!

I hope you have something very FALL on your schedule for today.

Alrighty, settle in with your pumpkin spice latte, cozy blanket, and perhaps a pup.

It’s a very festive little blog post to kick off our weekend. xx

Just a very quick reminder…

…that one can assemble an easy charcuterie board.  I pulled this one together last weekend when my family came over for dinner.

I have a little savory, a little sweet, a store bought dip, some maple flavored popcorn, crackers and cheese.  I added a pumpkin and bam, it was done.

Easy as that.

Nothing but pup pics on my camera roll this week.

I just can’t help myself.

Just the sweetest

We just received this photo…

…from some clients who recently got back from Walt Disney World.  Do I spy amazing fall decorations in the background?!  Love, love, LOVE Disney during the fall!  This is what they had to say about their trip:

“We just got back from a Magical Disney trip with our son and grandson. I want to thank Erika and Jane for a wonderful stress free trip. Jane planned everything for us from hotel, transportation, reservations and even lightning lane passes. She set up our first 3 rides everyday and our single pass rides. It made it so easy to have our day planned for us!
I will be recommending Mix and Match Travel to anyone I know planning a Disney World vacation!”
Thank YOU so much for letting us be a part of your Disney vacation!
Whether you’re thinking about heading to Disney this season or the beginning of the year, next summer or next fall, we’d love to help.  Contact us today about Disney vacation planning or any of our other travel destinations.  We would love to send you on a cruise or on a land vacation!  Contact us today!

So many things are on sale right now that…

…I already own and love!  You can see them all RIGHT HERE!

Plus…

…make sure you catch Loft’s FALL STOCK-UP SALE too!  I rounded up my favorites and put them IN ONE SPOT.

A few little #ootd from this week starting with…

…MY JOGGERS!

These are more like an actual pant…but they’re comfortable and movable like athleticwear.  THESE JOGGERS come in a variety of colors and the waistband is soft (no zippers, snaps or anything pulling/tugging in the middle), there are pockets on the front and back, and the fabric is substantial enough that you don’t feel like you’re wearing sweats all day.  LOVE!  For a size reference, I bought them in xs ‘regular’, but they come in both petite and tall sizes too.

This week, I also wore…

…THESE JEANS TWICE!  I just really, really love them.

One last outfit this week…

…you know I love MY SWEATER so much that I have it in two colors.

It’s just the BEST time of year for magazines…

I took just a minute this week to make my bar cart “fall”…

Just a few little things, and it makes me extra happy.

That’s pumpkin spice popcorn from Mom and Popcorn here in McKinney.

Little details that no one else will ever notice in my house make me so happy.  Every time I walk by, I smile.

Last weekend, I realized that I needed three slow cookers for all of the food I had at Kensington’s birthday dinner.  I only had two, so I decided to buy…

…THIS ONE, and I love it!

As you know, we have not one but TWO of the corresponding air fryers.  We have used our air fryers just about every single day for two years now and haven’t had any issues.  These are really quality products.

So…

…MY SLOW COOKER came and was perfect, and I love it so much that I’m going to give one away to one of YOU today!

But first, the winner of last Saturday’s giveaway needs to be announced.

Congratulations KELLY SITES!

Kelly, I was extra excited when it randomly pulled your name because I know you are here in this space every single day, and I am SO grateful for it!  I emailed you this morning, please email me back to claim your prize.

This week…

…I will be giving away one 6 QT BEAUTIFUL SLOW COOKER to one lucky winner!

Please note, my beloved Rafflecopter (that I have been using for over 10 years!) is shutting down, so I’m having to use a “new to me” giveaway platform today.  Let’s all cross our fingers I installed it correctly (you know I’m not techy).  Details below.

This wraps up our bonus weekend blog post. I hope you all have a WONDERFUL weekend!  I’ll see you on Monday! xx

You must enter the giveaway via the link at the bottom of this post in order to be eligible to win (the Rafflepress will randomly select the name).  There is only ONE requirement on the Rafflepress and that’s “BE A POSITIVE PART OF THE MIX AND MATCH MAMA COMMUNITY IN 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 click the link to the Rafflepress add your entry 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 Rafflepress randomly select a name at 2:00 PM CST on September 26th.  I will announce the winner’s names here on my blog on Saturday, September 27th.

ENTER THE GIVEAWAY HERE!

 

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Comments

  1. Jami Romano says

    So fun ◡̈ I think the link worked… I’ve been wanting to try one of Drew Barrymore’s slow cookers. I’ve been pleasantly surprised with all the other items from her line. Have an awesome weekend!

  3. Susy Watts says

    When it comes to techie steps it’s always. “It’s me! Not you!” But after logging into RafflePress it says I’m logged in but there are 0 ways to enter. I read the rules section. Still no luck. Great prize. Probably just missing a step on my part.

  5. Michelle Nobbe says

    Fall is my absolute favorite! I have had that short lounge outfit in my Amazon cart for several weeks! I need to just order it!

  6. Dena Argerson says

    Love this post and the ways you bring fall into your life. I entered the giveaway (I definitely need a new slow cooker as my old one is cracked) but it said o ways to enter and I had zero entries after I input my name and email. I am so not techie too, so I wasn’t sure if I did something wrong. 🍁

  7. Sandi T. says

    Love, love, love the ghost candy dish! It made me smile too! Living in a home with two sons and a husband, I totally agree with the little details that no one else will ever notice in my house make me so happy. Although, if there’s a filled candy dish out somewhere, they’ll notice it! Have a wonderful weekend all!

  10. Ashley Miller says

    Hi Shay! I read your blog daily, enjoy using your cookbook, and love your giveaways!! Unfortunately, I could not get the new giveaway platform to work. It says I have 0 ways to enter. 😔 I’m hoping you’re able to help. Thank you!!

  12. Bren says

    I’m sharing one of my little luxuries again, Shay! I have “You’ve Got Mail” on in the background, I am reading your Saturday post, and enjoying my first mug of tea of the morning in a favorite fall mug ~ life is good! Happy weekend!

  13. Karleigh Johnson says

    The link worked, but it says “0 options to enter.” I’m sure you’ll get it figured out. I just love how cozy your home is! Hope you have a great weekend!

  14. Kelly Sites says

    SHAY! Oh my gosh, I’ve never won anything anywhere before. Yay me. How sweet. Thank you so much. I didn’t receive your email though.

    Thank you for being so generous.

  16. Ranisa Brletich says

    Love that crockpot!!! The giveaway thing is not working. You can sign in but then it says 0 ways to enter.

  17. Nicole says

    Shay, I love the extra dose of happy on a Saturday morning. All we are missing is a slight chill in the air (I am south of New Orleans). I just tried to enter the giveaway and it wouldn’t load on the link above.

  19. Melinda Becker says

    Hi Shay! I’m not super techy either, so this might well be on me, but I can’t find a way to actually enter the drawing. I input my name and email, but it says “0 ways to enter”. Just thought I’d let you know. Thank you 😊

      • Martina says

        Hi, worked great for me to enter the raffle! I love fall but reading your blog just amplifies my love for whatever season we are having, thank you for that! You really take my season excitement to the next level 😊💕

  21. Melissa Hill says

    Good morning!
    I tried to enter but not sure it worked. After I added name/email, it said I was logged in but I had zero entries and that there were zero entries for drawing. I know that can’t be true with your popularity!!! Happy weekend and can’t wait till it feels like fall (I’m just north of you in Van Alstyne!).

  23. Kelly Sites says

    Shay! How fun. I’ve never won anything anywhere before. Thank you for your generosity. However, I didn’t get your email.
    Hope you have a great Saturday. Fall is here in Michigan. Pretty colors (not full on yet, but slowly arriving) and cool temps. Praise the King.

  24. Rebecca Lingerfelt-Brown says

    I LOVE my slow cooker like this one. I was hesitant bc I had my old one so long and really loved that one too but this is is not only beautiful but easy to use! Someone will be so blessed to win this!💜

  26. Tanya Madden says

    So excited for your extra Saturday posts! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 Hope your day is Fallishly perfect!
    And what a great giveaway! I too have the air fryer! 😊

  27. Alyssa J says

    I never thought I’d use the word “beautiful” to describe a slow cooker, but that one is a beauty!

    (Also, the raffle says there are 0 ways to enter after I put my name in. It also says 0 people have entered even though it’s almost 8:00.)

  28. Julie says

    Good morning! I look forward to reading your posts daily! They are chock full of info and are fun and joy-filled! Your charcuterie board looks wonderful, and I love that you added the pumpkin. I bought a stack of pumpkins from Trader Joe’s this year and have one just like the one on your board. Have a wonderful weekend!

  29. Carol says

    Love the Fall Saturday blog post. Got up early this morning to watch daylight break through. After enjoying God’s morning beauty, lots of coffee and reading your blog and looking through some fall breakfast recipes, I just popped the Pumpkin Sausage Brioche Casserole in the oven and have the Ultimate Sausage Balls already made in freezer.
    Have a Great Weekend.

  30. Judy Hightower says

    I love the little touches of fall around the house. I do that too. It makes me happy when I see them! Off to Anna for grandsons soccer this morning!

  31. Chrissy Ciaverilla says

    Thanks for another festive start to a Saturday! I agree, little things around the house that no one notices except me bring me so much joy ☺️ It could be just me, but this Rafflecopter isn’t working like the typical ones! It’s not giving the option to click “be a part of the mix and match mama community”. Beautiful slow cooker!

  34. Katie Compton says

    It’s a little warm here in VA today but I’m still “falling it up”!! College Game Day on the TV right now, then our VT Hokies play at noon, and THEN… we’ll head to our friends annual Autumnal Equinox party! #fallelujah

  36. Diane says

    I need a new crockpot —does this one have a browning feature? Our pool is my happy place so I am team Elin Hildebrandt “September is still summer”— especially in Texas. I do have fond memories of lovely fall weather growing up in Minnesota. Hugs from Waco!

  37. Paula B. says

    The link is working!
    Sad that this is the last weekend of summer.
    But happy that fall is here! Bittersweet for sure!
    I’ll be putting up more fall decorations today while watching football!
    Have a great weekend!

  39. Faith K says

    It was almost 90 here yesterday but I made an apple pie to take to our friend’s house for game night. My house smelled delicious. I am going to pick one of your fall recipes for our Sunday school ladies night next week but there are so many good ones I’m having trouble picking one.

  40. Toni :0) says

    Oh wow, great giveaway. My crockpot is 32 years old and would love to replace it finally LOL. 😂Thanks for the opportunity to win! ☺️

    • Susan Fitzpatrick says

      Lol! Mine was 30 years old and it seemed to boil everything! I won a slow cooker in one of her giveaways a few weeks ago! So glad to have a replacement. Good luck to you!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      It’s so easy! I just pull out the drawer, add a little soap and wash it with hot water. Nothing ever sticks to this Beautiful one, so it’s super, super simple to clean.

  43. Kristin S says

    I have wondered if the Beautiful line was as effective as it is pretty. It’s great to read that you have been pleased!

  46. Karen Sievers says

    Your fall bar cart looks so nice & seasonal. It’s 89 degrees here. 😊
    So do the pups like laying in front of your door in the sun? Or is it the only one?
    Enjoy your weekend!

  47. Debra Lowe says

    Love the charcuterie board idea you shared – your boards have helped me get more creative. Also thank you for the crock pot apple sauce recipe a week or so ago. We picked apples from our trees yesterday to make applesauce – a fall tradition. Your crockpot recipe is now my go to for apple sauce – so easy and as delicious as my stove top recipe wirh much less work! Thank you!

  51. Debbie Hibbert says

    I’ve been wanting to try the Drew slow cooker! Happy to hear you liked it so much. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, Shay!

  53. Susan Fitzpatrick says

    I have a slow cooker you could have borrowed! 😜 My favorite magazine is Country Living. I don’t subscribe to magazines anymore but that is one I love! Your bar cart is so cute. I need to add some fall to mine.

  54. Gwen says

    You have inspired me to put out fall decorations now! I’ve been waiting for a chilly day -I live in Dallas area too – but I think I’ll get my grandkids to help and get it done. Thanks for the Saturday posts!

  55. Emily Collins says

    The fact that I only own one slow cooker is blowing my mind. Of course I need a second one!

    Also, I made your ultimate sausage balls yesterday for football watching and my family devoured them! I added a bit of ranch seasoning to the mixture as well. Delicious!

  57. Cherie Bush says

    Fall is my favorite. Currently have a slow cooker working on some apple/pear sauce. My house smells amazing. Good to know that you like the Drew brand at Walmart. I need a second slow cooker and have been reading reviews. Thanks!

  58. Jess W says

    I decorated my house for Halloween today and it just made me oh, so happy! It is my favorite holiday right behind Christmas. We finally were able to snag a 12 ft. Skelly this year and I could not be more excited about it! I LOVE him! And our friend’s 2 year old daughter named him “Spooky” which I love.

  59. Julianne says

    Love these fall things! My birthday is 9/20, so I love all the fall happiness always surrounding my birthday!

  60. Kerry says

    Oh my gosh , I just put the air fryer on my Christmas Wish List. This crockpot is super cute too. I love the handle. Your home is so festive. Such a blessing!

  61. Alana says

    Ugh Shay, your house in the fall.. GOALS! I wish I had the budget to get all the fall decor but I’ll prioritize Christmas for now! Regardless, seeing all the fall vibes in your home makes me so happy! 🍁

  62. Courtney says

    Well, isn’t that ghost candy dish just darling! So cute. I really need to get my fall decor out. It’s still 90 in NC but I am CRAVING my festive fall decor. Also, the Drew Barrymore ‘Beautiful’ line is just so sleek and, well, beautiful. Is that a sign of growing up? When aesthetically pleasing crock pots spark joy? LOL!

  64. Tiffany Goodin says

    When you said, “the small touches that no one in my family will notice but me” made me laugh out loud. So true, in all the ways!

    • Mix and Match Mama says

      I just bought it a few weeks ago. The brand is actually Evereve from Evereve, but I do not see it on their site.

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