Fall Scavenger Hunt + Free Printable

A favorite fall activity to do with my boys is go on a fall scavenger hunt.

I make up a list of things we have to find and we grab a basket and set out on our 'treasure hunt' as we call it. I usually just scribble something down but this year I got a little more official so that I could share it with you guys too!

Griff dubbed himself official basket holder and took the job quite seriously.

We set out around our neighborhood to see what treasure we could find.

 

I make the list simple enough for them to do on their own with my direction and full of stuff that's pretty easy to find, like all the different colors of leaves.

And acorns/nuts

I like to put some learning stuff in there too, like find something that is straight, round, smooth, or rough, etc.

And the bonus is to find something special to them. This one was Grady's.

We went all over checking off our list.

We came back pretty excited about our finds.

We only didn't find one thing on our list and that was a pinecone.


But look at all our beautiful treasure!


Feel like doing one for yourself? Here's a link to a free printable to take on your treasure hunt!

Tag us on Instagram (@shelbygoodman) if you use it! The boys would be so excited to see!

Fall Uniform + Jewelry with a Cause

That's it. I'm set. Got my fall uniform. This outfit on repeat.

Maaaaaybe I'll change my t-shirt to long sleeves when it gets colder. Maybe.

You guys know I'm a hardcore thrifter. I'm the atypical girl in that it actually pains me

to buy new clothes and I get a high on saving money.

So online clothes thrifting with ThredUp is my jam.

I love that I can go in and search for my favorite brands and get them shipped to my 

door for a great price.

Old Navy Rockstar skinnies are my favorite jeans. I know what size I am and they fit me perfectly every time. So to be able to go on ThredUp and get them for less than $10 and shipped to my door is a small miracle to me.

Or to type in: "floral long sleeve dress" and get this little number for $12!

I'm telling you that you won't be disappointed with the selection and the prices!

Go see what fall goodies they've got for you!

And if you've never tried before and want money added to your account to shop,
follow my referral link!

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The other part of my fall uniform is this necklace stack from The Shine Project.

I am all about everyday, dainty gold necklaces and I loved these triangle ones because they remind me of mountains which I am missing dearly. 

But it gets better. The Shine Project employs inner city youth in America to help them pay their way through college. To help them break the cycle and be first generation college students in their families. I love that. And I love supporting causes that are working to change the world one person at a time. 

Take a minute and watch this video to hear more of what The Shine Project is all about!
I promise you'll be inspired by Ashley's story.

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Grady: 11 months + Our Family Photoshoot

Grady,

You seem so big to me now that you're officially walking. You are fearless and resilient - you trip but you get up and keep on going. You are confident and happy in your new independence. But you will still hold your mama's hand. Watching you push your trucks around and make noises is pretty much my favorite - you are boy through and through. I love your spunk and happy demeanor - you are the joy of my days.

xo,
Mama

We also had a family photoshoot last month with the oh-so-talented Amanda Farrell of A.M. Photography that I have yet to share. She took the most beautiful images to cherish this special stage in our life. She comes highly recommended by yours truly.