Mixed Prints Life

Spread the Meatheads Love {Gift Card #Giveaway}

We received some delicious Meatheads eats in exchange for this post + giveaway. All opinions expressed are our own! {GIVEAWAY CLOSED} It’s no secret that we LOVE Meatheads. Between a local one opening near our house and their #VoraciousReaders, we are HUGE fans in this house and we try to dine there whenever we can. (Might I recommend the provolone… View Post

Introducing Keynote Speaker – Jennifer Evers: “Fab” Fridays for #SoFabUOTR

This post is a part of a paid ambassador program with Collective Bias, Inc. All opinions are mine alone. #SoFabUOTR #CollectiveBias Chicago Ambassador || Recaps || Chicago City Life  Meet Jennifer Evers, Chicago Keynote Speaker for #SoFabUOTR As part of my continuing “Fab” Fridays series for #SoFabUOTR in Chicago, I’m spotlighting the Chicago speakers and asking them a series of interview-style questions so you can… View Post

No Place Like Coming Home #VZWBuzz

November || December || January|| February || March || April || May: Mother’s Day || May As a Verizon #MoreChicago Lifestyle Blogger I’m a member of a pretty cool team of influencers. I have received a Motorola Droid Turbo (with a line of service) from Verizon. No additional compensation was provided nor did I promise positive feedback. All opinions are my own. It’s no secret that I call Chicago home. I grew up in… View Post

“Chagall for Children” at Kohl’s Children Museum {Giveaway}

One of our favorite stops throughout the year is Kohl’s Children Museum. Located in Glenview, Illinois, this Children’s Museum is a hidden gem that is filled with space for kids to explore, play and just be kids! My boys (ages 6 & 4) love heading out there for a day trip and located up 294, it’s the perfect opportunity to… View Post

Summer Fun: 25 Things for Tweens to Do This Summer

Have you already heard “I’m bored!” this summer? Do you find yourself looking for ways to entertain your crew? Check out these great ideas from A Worthey Read on how to keep your tweens happy and entertained this summer! What are your favorite ways to enjoy the summer? Do your tweens have any favorites that they love? Share in the… View Post

Grillmaster Recipe of the Week: Grilled Ginger Soy Short Ribs

One of my FAVORITE bloggers around the city of Chicago is Natasha at Houseful of Nicholes. With her spunky personality and delicious eats, she inspires me with her love of measuring cups and her littles. She has made this TO DIE FOR recipe for Grilled Ginger Soy Short Ribs and I would love for you to check it out! Mouthwatering,… View Post

Rainbows, Puff Packages and Other Ways to Survive Your Cycle

 This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CycleSurvival #CollectiveBias It seems like only yesterday I was sitting in junior high listening to embarrassing period stories from friends as we learned all about our bodies from a video series in our 6th grade class. I vividly remember the use of pancakes… View Post

Summer Sweetness: Double Chocolate Coffee Cookies & Bonus Milkshake #McCafeMyWay

 This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #McCafeMyWay #CollectiveBias School is officially out for the summer and the halls are alive with the sound of squabbling! While the boys are occupied with a stack of blocks or engaged in a lengthy art project, I like to take a few minutes of ME time… View Post

Dance Like Nobody’s Watching, Vol. 2 #LeggingsWearDontCare

My summer leggings challenge started last week and I’ve been loving the response! I don’t wear leggings everyday, but when I do, I L-O-V-E them so much that I try to find the best way to wear them all the time. My friend shared this HYSTERICAL video of guys trying leggings for the first time and I about fell over…. View Post

The Color Run: Charlie & Jack’s First Colorful 5k #happiest5k

Yesterday, the boys and I met up with some of our favorites (Riya, Sarah Cupcakes, Cara, Rowan & Rhyno) for our very first Color Run in Chicago! Along with 16,994 other runners, we schlepped downtown and despite a parking snafu for the Guff crew, we managed to head to the race just in time. An us-ie pre-race – thanks to Cara for… View Post

Chicago City Life: “Fab” Fridays for #SoFabUOTR

This post is a part of a paid ambassador program with Collective Bias, Inc. All opinions are mine alone. #SoFabUOTR #CollectiveBias Chicago Ambassador || Recaps Are you still on the fence about heading to SoFabU on the Road in Chicago on July 11th? Our city itself is enough of a reason to spend a weekend getaway and the conference is a huge added… View Post

Chicago Hearts Babies! {a zulily commentary}

I’ve earned some stellar zulily credit for sharing this news with you, but zulily really speaks for itself! This post may contain affiliate links. Just last week, I snagged a pair of leggings (duh) and a robotic arm kit for the boys to make with Jim. I’ve purchased Stride Rite shoes, TOMs, apparel and gifts in the past. zulily is a one-stop-shop… View Post

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