Mixed Prints Life

Let’s Get Physical: Simple Backyard Workout Circuit

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PowerInProtein #CollectiveBias For as long as I can remember, health and wellness has been a big part of my husband’s life. From running in high school to training for marathons and races in adulthood, he works hard every day – not just at his… View Post

Red, White & Leggings!, Vol. 12 #LeggingsWearDontCare

Volume 1 || Volume 2 || Volume 3 || Volume 4 || Volume 5 || Volume 6 || Volume 7 || Volume 8  || Volume 9 || Volume 10 || Volume 11 Picking poses to go with my leggings is by far one of the more fun elements of this challenge. I’m not afraid to be silly and if my niece or Charlie are taking the pictures, I usually know they will have me do something REALLY bizarre. Like… View Post

“Are We There Yet?”: Road Trip Survival Kits for the Whole Family

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RoadTripHacks #CollectiveBias #JewelOsco Family Road Trips were always a big part of my childhood. No matter where we traveled, our main transportation was a car. We spent many hours “bonding” – a nice way of saying that we tried not to kill each other… View Post

A Night Out in Rosemont

We received dinner and swag in exchange for our thoughts on the Fashion Outlets of Chicago. All opinions expressed are completely our own! While driving up 294, the Fashion Outlets of Chicago calls out to you, begging to be visited. My hubby works near this location and after spending our anniversary last year visiting this section of Rosemont, we were… View Post

Welcome Home: House Tour 1 #ChezPrincess

Happy Thursday! This summer, we made a big shift as a family and bought a home! In the coming weeks, I’ll be featuring little snippets from around our abode and share the changes we make to this outdated blank slate. There’s a lot of excitement around these parts as we start to plan and make the changes, but there’s also… View Post

Stay Fueled with Chocolate Milk Protein Pancakes

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are ilkine alone. #livethefairlife #CollectiveBias Earlier this year, while on a road trip, we stopped at my cousin’s house in Georgia. With two little growing boys in tow, my cousin did the logical thing and asked about their favorite snacks and treats. To our surprise, we… View Post

Dare to be YOU: A Life Lesson on Cupcakes, Kitty Cats and Mixed Tapes

With the terrifying reality that Charlie will be starting first grade in just a few weeks (sniff, sniff), I thought I’d share a bit from my heart about encouraging our kids to DARE to be themselves. It’s easy to tell myself to Dare to Be Different, but that’s been a lifelong journey to get to a place of comfort with… View Post

Because I Don’t Yet Own Every Pair…, Vol. 11 #LeggingsWearDontCare

Volume 1 || Volume 2 || Volume 3 || Volume 4 || Volume 5 || Volume 6 || Volume 7 || Volume 8  || Volume 9 || Volume 10 Happy Monday, friends! It’s August and we’re rocking. The warmer weather is no deterrent for a leggings’ wearer and it’s the perfect excuse to pop a flower into your hair. Smile! Leggings: Lularoe – yes, those are raccoons and they are EPIC! || Shirt: Ancient from Kmart ||… View Post

Miles from Tomorrowland: Let’s Rocket {MEGA Giveaway}

I’m receiving my own Miles from Tomorrowland DVD in exchange for my share of this giveaway. We look forward to bringing you even more in the coming weeks and months.  Happy Friday, all! We have a quick turnaround giveaway and have the opportunity for FOURTEEN winners! Miles from Tomorrowland: Let’s Rocket releases on DVD next Tuesday, August 11! My boys love catching Miles… View Post

Giving Back{packs} This Fall #GivingBackPacks

Happy Back to School season! With my own first grader headed out to full day school this fall, I’m feeling nostalgic as I check out his classroom and find myself in a new phase of momhood! While it might seem simple for me to run to the store and grab the essentials he needs for his school supply list, that’s… View Post

Make Your Own Road Trip Handbook

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DisneyPixarCarsToGo #CollectiveBias Growing up, road trips were a huge part of our family travel and now that I have my own family, that is no exception. I love the flexibility of having a car to explore new areas at our leisure, have the… View Post

Roasted Corn Chowder with Swanson Broth

 This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SwansonSummer #CollectiveBias Two things I absolutely love about summer are fresh produce and the grill! Combining these two to create a delicious recipe is usually at the top of my list, especially one that is as versatile as soup. The great thing about… View Post

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