What to Wear Mushroom Picking & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #92
I cannot thank you all enough for all of the wonderful words of encouragement on Friday’s post about losing my mojo. I felt so much kindness from all of you as I make my way through this transition in my life. And I took much of what was shared to heart…I took the weekend off from blogging and will be slowly easing back into it this week. I am planning my Link Up On the Edge post for Thursday and I will have a special birthday link up on Friday to celebrate Monica’s birthday! And then I might be making some minor changes…but that remains to be seen.
In the meantime, I have been spending lots of quality time with family and friends. Making connections and memories and finding lots of inspiration in the wonderful conversations I have been having and the beautiful things I have been witnessing. Last weekend, we took the children on a mushroom hunt at Bonaparte’s Cave State Forest in Harrisville, New York. And this weekend, we went on a haunted tractor ride, made our way through a 4 acre corn maze, and picked some pumpkins at Wheeler Creek Pumpkin Patch in Clayton, New York. I will be sharing those photos on Thursday.
But for now, this post is about what to wear mushroom picking! Basically, something warm and comfortable…all fashion tossed aside. Sneakers and lots of layers. It started out really cold but we warmed up as we walked. I wasn’t much concerned with my clothing, to be honest. I was warm and cozy and enjoying my family as well as the crisp autumn air.
The longer we walked in the woods, the more observant we became. You know, it is amazing how much you notice when you shut out all of the noise of life and get in touch with nature. There are literally mushrooms of every variety right beneath our feet, at every turn, every where we looked down, or up, for that matter. In the brush, on the trees. And the more varieties we discovered, the more excited we became to know about this world right in front of us that we all too often miss.
And with that, I am just going to leave you with some photos of my family in the woods and all the fabulous discoveries we made.
Unfortunately, I am unable to identify mushroom varieties, but they still are super fascinating to view!
Can you spot the frogs here?
When is the last time you unplugged from everything and just escaped into the woods? It really is quite invigorating and refreshing and oh so good for the soul! Thanks for all of your kindness!
And since we just went mushroom picking last weekend and pumpkin picking this weekend, I couldn’t help but feature two posts about apple picking!
Alicia of Between the Pearls shared her fun post, Apple Picking in Alabama. I am loving her outfit with the perfect apple red cardigan and her tips for first time apple pickers!
Roxanne of Glass of Glam shared her post, Apple Picking in Indiana. Roxanne’s photos are just so stinking cute!
Keeping it on the edge,
Shelbee
Linking up with these Fabulous Link Ups.
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I am a midlife woman, wife, and stay-at-home mother of 2 boys and 2 cats. I have a passion for helping other women feel fabulous in the midst of this crazy, beautiful life.
77 Comments
Kellyann Rohr
A walk in the woods in the crisp autumn air sounds like a fabulous way to spend the day – especially with your handsome men in tow!
xo,
Kellyann
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Kellyann, it was so needed, too! We had such a wonderful time. Lots of laughs and all the feels!
xoxo
Shelbee
Kathrine Eldridge
What a lovely family you have! I would love to do something like this. Your casual chic look was perfect for this family excursion. Thanks for the link up!
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Kathrine, thank you so much! It is fun to just get out in nature and be with our loved ones. We had such a great time! I highly recommend it!
xoxo
Shelbee
Tamar A Strauss-Benjamin
Such a great outfit and cute family shots!!
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Thanks so much, Tamar!
xoxo
Shelbee
Michele Morin
LOVE those family pictures, and I’ve noticed a larger than usual assortment of fungi growing everywhere this fall. They are so interesting, and some of them are so cute@
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Thanks so much, Michele! I am noticing a lot of extra growth outdoors as well! It has been a very wet season though so I suppose that is the reason.
xoxo
Shelbee
Julie Caron
What a great thing to do!! I really like to look at the different mushrooms when we hike too. They really are interesting and it’s amazing how many different varieties you’ll find on one hike.
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Julie, thanks so much! It really is interesting to find all the different mushrooms. I have a very good friend who is obsessed with mushrooms and knows everything about them. She went through all of these photos and told me what the different species were, but I couldn’t remember it all to include it!
xoxo
Shelbee
jacqui berry
What a super day out, I wouldn’t have a clue what mushrooms to pick and what to leave! Have a super week Shelbee. Jacqui Mummabstylish
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Thanks so much, Jacqui! We only picked the mushrooms that the kids thought were fun shapes. Then they took them to school to show.
xoxo
Shelbee
jodie filogomo
Warm and comfortable…are there two better words??
I have never been mushroom picking, but spending time with loved ones can cure all (as long as you love those loved one..ha ha)
Glad you took a break…we all need that!!
XOXO
Jodie
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Jodie, thanks so much! And I agree “loved ones” aren’t always necessarily the “ones we love”! Hahaha. But my children were so much fun in the woods. They were so excited over every little discovery! We will certainly be having more of these family excursions.
xoxo
Shelbee
Maria | passion fruit, paws and peonies
So fab to see your beautiful family – you all have the best smiles!! Mushrooms are fascinating aren’t they!? We have so many in our garden as Surrey is full of trees. We get the huge red ones – straight from a fairy tale illustration. But also some pretty ugly ones too haha xx
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Maria, thank you so much! Oh the big red fairy tale mushrooms! How fun! I don’t think I have seen that kind in real life yet but I will be super excited if ever I do!
xoxo
Shelbee
Linda Cassidy
sounds like the perfect way to spend the day, with family in the woods exploring. Great shots too
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Thanks so much, Linda! It really was perfect. I look forward to spending more time with my family this way!
xoxo
Shelbee
Alicia
Thank you so much for featuring me! It looks like your family had an amazing time out in nature.
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Alicia, thanks so much for stopping by and for inspiring me! It was my pleasure to feature you. Have a fantastic day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
What an amazing time. I don’t like mushrooms but I love enjoying nature. The woods were you were at look great and nice outfit for it. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
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Thank you, Patrick! It definitely is a great way to unwind and regroup…peaceful time spent in touch with nature. I hope you have a fabulous day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jessica A Jannenga
Aw, I enjoyed seeing pictures of you and your family Shelbee, you all look like you had fun. I love the woods, I find it so peaceful. This looks like a beautiful area. Sounds like you might be making some needed changes. You have a cute shoe collection..love those “mushroom colored” sneakers! and a little plaid. Love the camo jacket. Layers are always a good way to go!
jess xx
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Jess, thanks so much! Change is always a good thing, isn’t it? Even when it is forced or unexpected or uncomfortable. We always get to the other side of it feeling much better and having more clarity. And time spent in touch with nature definitely helps in obtaining peaceful clarity.
xoxo
Shelbee
Elizabeth Ramsey
What a fun outing! I’d love to take a foraging class some time. You certainly came across a wide variety. Glad you got some family time and nice R & R this weekend.
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Thanks so much, Betsy! One of my dear friends is an expert in foraging…she is the one who got us all interested in these mushroom excursions! We need to take her with us on the next mushroom picking adventure!
xoxo
Shelbee
Nina
I have never been mushroom picking. It sounds like an adventure. Anytime when you can get out in nature and pick some fresh fruits or veggies is a good time!
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Nina, I agree with you completely…getting closer to nature is the best way to cleanse one’s mind and soul and rejuvenate our bodies! Searching for mushrooms forces you to pay closer attention to what’s around you which in turn clears the mind of unnecessary clutter. Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend! I hope all is well with you!
xoxo
Shelbee
Liz
So glad you got a break from blogging and took time to think things through. Sometimes we just need to re-evaluate things and look at it with fresh eyes to come back even more inspired <3
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Thanks so much, Liz! I agree. We definitely have take time to clear the clutter from our minds in order to reset with more clarity which allows the inspiration to flow more freely and easily!
xoxo
Shelbee
ROBIN LAMONTE
Shelbee,
It’s still hot in Atlanta and I can almost feel the fall weather by reading your blog post!
How fun to go mushroom picking!
My dog, Bruno, is a Lagotto Romagnolo, which is bred to be a truffle hunter! He would have loved to been in the woods with you!
Hugs,
Robin
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Oh wow, Robin, a truffle-hunting dog! I want one of those! We had about a week of nice crisp, cool fall weather which has been followed by a few days of muggy hot summer weather! 80 plus degrees yesterday with a high in the 40’s by Friday. This weird Northern NY weather is so confusing! But we will be spending as much time outdoors as we can before the winter sets in.
xoxo
Shelbee
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom
This looks like such a fun activity and I bet the boys LOVED it. There is a morel mushroom that folks love to pick around here and grill over steaks. If you Google a photo of it (unless you know what I’m talking about), they have a very distinct look. You look very stylish yet cozy for mushroom picking!! 🙂 I love the hint of the plaid and layers are always your friends outdoors this time of year!
Carrie
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Carrie, thanks so much! I have heard of morel mushrooms but I did have to Google it! What an interesting looking variety. I don’t think I have seen any of those around here, but I will sure be excited if I do now that I know a little bit about them! We have been trying to do more outdoor activities as the winter is nearing because once winter hits us here in Northern NY, we are pretty much confined indoors for 6 long months!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels
This is a cute post! I am loving all of the fun pictures! I don’t think I’ve ever been mushroom picking but I do love your outfit!
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Thanks so much, Laura! Looking for mushrooms is so much fun because you don’t even realize how many different varieties are right in front of you until you stop for a moment and pay attention. They are literally everywhere!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lauren Sparks
I LOVED getting to see your sweet family. laurensparks.net
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Thank you so much, Lauren! I don’t share pictures of my family often on the blog, so it is nice to include them every now and then…they do, after all, play a huge part behind the scenes in my blogging journey!
xoxo
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Darlene
Shelbee,
These photos are gorgeous! And I have to say your outfit is actually a lovely fall look! It’s nice to unplug for a bit and I’m so glad you and your family are enjoying time together. Treasure every moment as the time goes by SO fast. Before you know it, your kids will be 26 years old–like mine! Haha!
xx Darlene
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Darlene, thanks so much! I felt cute in the mirror in my outfit, but wasn’t as pleased with it in photos! But I suppose I was playing in the woods with my kids so who really cares what I was wearing, right? I am absolutely guilty of sometimes rushing the moments with my kids, so it is very important for me to be reminded to slow down and enjoy these little guys while they still want to spend silly adventure time with mom and dad. Thank you for the reminder!
xoxo
Shelbee
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Darlene, thanks so much! I felt cute in the mirror in my outfit, but wasn’t as pleased with it in photos! But I suppose I was playing in the woods with my kids so who really cares what I was wearing, right? I am absolutely guilty of sometimes rushing the moments with my kids, so it is very important for me to be reminded to slow down and enjoy these little guys while they still want to spend silly adventure time with mom and dad. Thank you for the reminder!
xoxo
Shelbee
ch
Into the wood, we go. I love your outfit and I am glad you had fun. I wish we have something similar here. We have cider mills and apple picking.
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Thanks so much, Rama! Well, cider mills and apple picking isare just as fun, I’m sure, and still bring you closer to nature. And any step a little closer to nature is a step in the right direction to finding a greater sense of calm and harmony.
xoxo
Shelbee
Tianna
what an awesome day! You look super cozy too and I love the forest setting! xx
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Thanks so much, Tianna! It was a really fun time with my family, for sure! Making memories!
xoxo
Shelbee
Nancy Baten
We went to the woods last weekend. Still to green and not so many mushrooms as you have seen! But just the smell of woods is wonderful isn’t it!
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Oh yes, Nancy, the scent of the fresh, crisp autumn air will cure anything that is lying heavy on one’s mind, for sure.
xoxo
Shelbee
Edwige
Sounds like a fun day! YOur outfit is fab as always!
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Thank you, Edwige! It was definitely a much needed type of outing!
xoxo
Shelbee
Cheryl Shops
I’ve found that being outside in nature is the fastest (and best) way to calm my anxiety. I’m lucky enough to live a 10-minute walk from a national park (the Presidio) and it’s totally my happy place. I hope your mushroom-picking trip was a good step toward getting your mojo back!
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Cheryl, I agree with you completely that a walk in the park or the woods is a wonderful way to calm one’s anxiety. The fresh air, the exercise, and being a bit closer to the earth from whence we all came is a magical remedy for many of life’s woes. We all need to do it more often. I know I sure do! Thanks for stopping and sharing your experience!
xoxo
Shelbee
Alicia
How wonderful to see your gorgeous family! Getting out in the woods and into nature sounds just like the medicine I need at the moment! You’re face is just glowing in these photos x
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Alicia, thank you so very much! A day spent out in nature is definitely like a magical elixir for the lifetime blues! I highly recommend it to rejuvenate your soul.
xoxo
Shelbee
Laurie
I have always wanted to go mushroom hunting! I would be afraid to eat anything I identified, though. The pictures of your family are adorable. I am sure they will help you over this rough patch and help you get your mojo back. Sometimes it is for the best to take a step back, relax, and ponder exactly what we want our lives to look like. I have every confidence that you will figure it out! 🙂
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Thank you so much, Laurie! I really did need to step back a little bit and I am already feeling much more relaxed. And we don’t eat any of the mushrooms we pick either because I don’t know enough about them! So we just look them and take pictures and pick a few that the kids like to show off!
xoxo
Shelbee
Ada
How cute are you in all those layers. Love the camo jacket. Girl is it cold there?! I have seen a lot of chilly-weather outfits from you lately. I did not know there was such a thing as mushroom-picking but oh my. Were most of them edible or poisonous?! I also love the mushroom shades of your cardigan and sneakers. All the nature and the family pics are adorable!
P.S. Cannot wait for our Birthday Collaboration post on Friday.
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Thanks so much, Ada! It got a little chilly here but then it warmed up into the 70’s and 80’s again. But that will end by Friday where it looks like we will be firmly planted in the 40’s and low 50’s. So the cold is definitely near! My understanding of the mushrooms is that some are edible, however, I do not know enough about them to chance consuming any of them. We just like to look for them and see all the different varieties. My kids picked a few different mushrooms to take into school and show their teachers, but none were eaten. I also am looking forward to Friday’s post! I can’t wait to see what everyone wears and writes!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura
It’s nice to have a chance to unplug and get outside and reconnect with nature! It looks like you all had a wonderful time together!
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Thank you, Laura! Time spent with nature really does seem to cure us of the chaos of our lives!
xoxo
Shelbee
Gigi Kiersten
*hugs* Shelbee! Take all the time you need. I know I needed two months off during the summer and my blogging is better for it. Anyway, this outfit is very snuggly and comfortable. Something that you would wear on a cool Autumn day. I loved all the nature photos as well.
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Gigi, thanks so much! I am so glad to hear that you have taken the break you need as well. We all too often forget about self-care and it is the important thing to keep us going.
xoxo
Shelbee
Lindsay
Love the colors and the layers in your outfit. Love the camo jacket/sweater and the sneakers! Looks like you had a therapeutic adventure 🙂
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Thanks so much, Lindsay! I love combining camo with other prints! It was such a wonderful way to unwind, for sure. Have a fantastic day!
Shelbee
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Amanda
What a fun adventure! You look so cozy, I love the outfit. Great pictures too, looks like it was fun for the whole family!
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Thank you, Amanda! It was a nice getaway and very much needed! Have a great day, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Kim
What an adorable family. It’s so fun to spend time like this with the kiddos–enjoy it! You look adorable too, the “hazards” of being a fashion blogger–it comes naturally!
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Thank you so much, Kim! It was lots of fun and yes this “fashion blogger” lifestyle definitely follows you wherever you go, no matter what you are doing! And it has definitely become a family affair as well. Photo opportunities everywhere we go!
xoxo
Shelbee
Anika May
Loving all the photos! Your cardigan looks so cosy, perfect for this season!
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Thanks so much, Anika! Have a fantastic day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Maureen
Sounds like a fun getaway with the family. I hope it was what you needed to get you some breathe of fresh air. Your boys are so adorable and they look like they were having so much fun exploring and you guys definitely found a whole bunch of different types of mushrooms! Wow, just wow! Love your camouflage jacket, it’s a great way to stay cozy and cute! I hope you are having a bit of better week this week and happy Wednesday!
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Thank you, Maureen! Getting out into nature and disconnecting in order to reconnect was so much needed! I am looking forward to more little outings like this with the family. It is so important for proper self care and healthy life balance.
xoxo
Shelbee
Chrissy
What a fun family outing and your outfit was perfect for your mushroom picking, fall frolicking adventure! 🙂 Love how your shoes and cardigan coordinated perfectly!
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Thanks so much, Chrissy! We definitely had fun in the frolic! And actually, my sneakers were so not even close to the color of my sweater and it was bugging me! But it photographed much better.
xoxo
Shelbee
Amy Christensen
Glad you took time to unplug! There is nothing better than getting out in the woods. You have a great looking family. – Amy
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Thanks so much, Amy! I am starting to learn that it is important to schedule unplug time into my week! I feel so much better when I do.
xoxo
Shelbee
Lorena
This looks like something I would enjoy !
Its to important to stop and take in all the beautiful things nature has to offer.
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I am definitely getting better at taking the time to stop, look around, and appreciate nature. And it has been most beneficial to me! Thanks for stopping by, Lorena!
xoxo
Shelbee