Mixed Prints Life

‘We are the Shepherds!’

The boys participated in our church Christmas production over the weekend. Charlie volunteered to be a shepherd which meant two services and two opportunities to catch his hilarious antics. Jack was resistant most of the morning, but eventually made it onto the stage and smiled nicely. Charlie had the opportunity sing and so desperately wanted a microphone to hold of… View Post

Manly Monday:: Gift Ideas for Yo’ Manfolk

Welcome back to Manly Mondays! The Mister of the house wanted to share a few of his favorite gift ideas for the menfolk in your life – we hope you enjoy! I especially love #1. Delicious! ________________________________________________________________ ‘Tis the season once again for giving. If you need a few last minute gift ideas for the men in your life, I… View Post

Season of Generosity: Gifts that Give Back

Welcome everyone from NBC! Whether you caught the segment or heard of it through the grapevine, you can see the original segment here and check out more about these great gift ideas below. Do you love giving gifts that give back? KUTOA In Swahili the word ku-toa means “to give”.  That’s the very basic yet very powerful concept that KUTOA is based… View Post

Fueling Christmas with M&Ms and Forza Motorsport Five

I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias, Forza Five and M&Ms. With five nephews, two boys and countless boys amongst my friends, much of my Christmas list is taken over by cars, video games, snacks, and the like. Luckily, we… View Post

Holiday Sweets: Chocolate Chip Mint Gluten Free Cheesecakes

I am a member of the Collective Bias®  Social Fabric® Community.  This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias and Mariano’s. Shop Well. Eat Well. Live Well.™ With just twenty-three days until Christmas, I can hardly wait to embark on the dietary deliciousness that is the dessert extravaganza of the holiday celebrations! Unfortunately,… View Post

Deck the Halls with Best Buy

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. With growing interest in technology and boys entering the world of video gaming, finding just the right gift for Christmas can be a challenge. Whether we’re looking for ideas or hoping to jump on a purchase,… View Post

Planning Ahead for 2014 Gardening

Whether you’re a novice or a veteran in the world of gardening, it’s always vital to know what you’re doing in throughout the year, and what particular plants suit the seasons. Spalding Bulb have developed this insightful infographic to help you organise your gardening year properly. Brought to you by Spalding Bulb

St. Jude Give thanks. Walk.

In an effort to continue our trend of giving back this holiday season, a quick conference with my brother solidified our idea to give back instead of exchanging gifts this year. We found a local walk (so the littles could join us) and started raising money for our first ever 5k as a family – St. Jude Give thanks. Walk. So… View Post

Give Extra RACK this Season!

I am a member of the Collective Bias®  Social Fabric® Community.  This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and it’s advertiser. #GiveExtraGum #shop A few weeks ago, I started to make my Christmas list for all the people we shop for throughout November and December. Along with the typical family members, we… View Post

A Mariano’s Twist on a Thanksgiving Classic

I am a member of the Collective Bias®  Social Fabric® Community.  This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias and Mariano’s. For the past 15 years, we have been lucky enough to attend a Thanksgiving feast that requires little to no cooking on my part (although this is probably intentional given my… View Post

DIY Christmas

There’s no denying that Christmas is one of the most exciting times of the year, but with that comes to impending stress that goes with it; that hole it burns in your pocket! Homecrafts have devised this lovely infographic to aid you with money saving in the holidays, with fabulous crafty materials such an decal paper which is great for… View Post

Thankfulness {Week 2}

Week 1 November 8 For a home that is filled with love, three bedrooms, a basement and a gigantic yard November 9 For neighbors that have become friends (both here and at my parents’ house!) November 10 Friendships and camaraderie over sports (thank you, t-ball & hockey!) November 11 For friendships that withstand time, distance, & the craze of life…. View Post

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