Mixed Prints Life

The Sparkle Box :: Review & Giveaway

As the season for giving and receiving is approaches, I’m often reminded of just how blessed we are as a family. Last season, we chose to RACK random people in our lives and strangers that we met by blessing them in a variety of surprise ways. I loved being able to bless people out of the blue – something unexpected… View Post

Illumination Winner!

Welcome back! We have selected a winner from one of our most popular giveaways yet – tickets to the Morton Arboretum: Illumination show! The winner is #34 – Jessica! Congratulations, Jessica! Stay tuned everyone for even more fun giveaways & family events in the future!

Must-Have Baby Gear {featuring} Graco Little Lounger™

I received a Graco Little Lounger in exchange for my review. All thoughts, ideas, and post sentiments are my own. Back when we were planning to have our first baby, registering for baby gear was overwhelming to say the least. With 100s of types of strollers, carseats, swings, and the like, it was difficult narrowing down to what we actually… View Post

We heart Technology! {Kids Grips}

If you’ve followed us long enough, then you know that we are huge fans of technology in our house. From new apps to new gadgets, we love using technology ourselves and our kids are quickly picking up on that! I love the strategic use of technology as a teaching tool, educational games, a much-needed distraction, and entertainment when the boys… View Post

Thankfulness {Week 1}

Rather than post it on Facebook daily (I basically forgot), I figured I would recap a week of thankfulness each week for the month of November. November 1 For a God who is faithful, offers grace, and gives the spirit of reconciliation November 2  For my mom & dad who are almost entirely responsible for my existence today (I’m sorry…haha!)… View Post

Ball Hockey 101

A few months ago, Charlie & Jack attended their very first ice skating party. Using the assistance of walkers, they stepped onto the ice and skated around (slowly). Months later, Charlie still talked about what fun he had at the hockey party. That should have been my first clue. Charlie and his friend, Colin, decided they wanted to try out… View Post

Illumination :: A Morton Arboretum Event {& Giveaway!}

GIVEAWAY CLOSED. In exchange for promoting this event, we are receiving a family pass. All opinions & reviews expressed are our own. Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum is a dynamic new light exhibition where you control the experience. This all-ages, interactive event will let guests explore the Arboretum’s incredible grounds at night and see how trees transform the… View Post

Snack Attack {featuring GoGo squeeZ!}

We received samples of GoGoSqueeZ to try. All opinions expressed are our own.  If your kids are anything like mine, then getting them to eat vegetables and fruit can sometimes be World War III. Occasionally, I land on something they love, but in the meantime, I always want to make sure they are getting the nutrients they need. One of… View Post

Aquatic Experience Chicago :: Giveaway!

If you do not see the Rafflecopter form, please click on the title of this post. We are receiving a family pass in exchange for our promotion. All opinions expressed are our own. November 15 through 17, 2013 at the Schaumburg Convention Center Show Hours Buy Tickets!  Aquatic Experience – Chicago is the first show in industry’s history to combine… View Post

Halloweenie

Four weeks ago, I was prepared for Halloween. I asked the boys what they wanted to be, knowing that costume building could take a while. Charlie vacillated back and forth and Jack said the usual, “NUFFING!” and we went about our merry way. Two weeks ago, Charlie decided he wanted to be a LEGO man. I picked up a butter… View Post

Television Getaway {from Motherhood} – Thanks, NickMom!

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  NickMom.  As a part-time working mom with two little fellas, life can be a bit hectic. Whether I’m carting little ones to and from activities or preschool or working on freelance projects,… View Post

Build-a-Bear Outing

We received a gift card in exchange for our post. All opinions expressed are our own. While Charlie headed off to preschool, Jackie D. and I took a little field trip to Orland Square Mall to check out Build-A-Bear Workshop. Jack meticulously picked out his honey -colored bear and then set to work stuffing him up! Each element of the… View Post

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