Mixed Prints Life

Saving Money :: Online & In-Stores {CouponChief}

Thanks to Coupon Chief for sponsoring this conversation about saving money! As a mom of two growing boys, I’m always looking to save money – whether it’s on clothes or food, I’m learning to stretch my dollar farther. In the past few years, because of time constraints and the thought of dragging two kids to a crowded store, I have… View Post

We Heart Daddy.

It was a pretty low-key Father’s Day. We took Daddy out to breakfast, headed to Little Red Schoolhouse and spent much of the day outside & grilling. That steak was ALLLLLLL his. Fresh Caprese Tower with basil from our garden My smokin’ hot man {the shirt was a gift} Jack being silly Ended the night playing outside with the boys’… View Post

Touch-a-Truck {Crestwood}

This past weekend, we stumbled upon a Touch-a-Truck event thanks to my brother. Despite some sprinkling rain, the boys had a great time exploring all the different types of vehicles – construction cranes, a cement truck, firetruck, ambulance, UPS delivery, police car, school bus, a garbage truck, and a recycling vehicle. They LOVED getting in, hanging out and beeping all… View Post

Healthy Snacking Made Easy {with NatureBox}

This article is sponsored by NatureBox. Opening a discussion on healthy snacking, opinions expressed are our own.  One of my favorite parts of summer is just how much we’re on the go. Whether it’s to the zoo, a nature preserve or just to the park, my rambunctious boys love to head out and stretch their little wings. Unfortunately, one of… View Post

Sports Fanatics

We are winding down our first season as t-ball coaches and Charlie’s first year playing. The Rangers have an even record (since no one wins) and we’ve had our share of parent-related struggles. The kids are energetic, but fun to be around and I’ve caught myself saying There’s No Crying in Baseball! on more than one occasion. Volunteering is hard… View Post

Celebrate Dads with Outback!

I don’t need a reason to write about how awesome my husband is, but Outback wanted me to share this special Father’s Day deal with you and so they happily sponsored this post for me to tell you about my main squeeze (and their special offer!) This weekend, we honor the dads in our life, whether it’s our own dad… View Post

Six Flags Great America {$20 off Coupon!}

I am receiving tickets in exchange for offering you this chance to save $20 off a visit to Six Flags Great America.  Six Flags Great America is pleased to present the premiere of igNIGHT – Grand Finale, a mesmerizing and immersive nighttime spectacle bursting with energy, vivid colors, brilliant visual effects, lively performances, fascinating imagery, and pure imagination. The groundbreaking… View Post

Make Friends {Not Enemies} with Gevalia

A few years ago, I decided to surprise my husband with a subscription to Gevalia Coffee monthly and received a coffee maker as well. A delicious brand of coffee that we love to this day is also the perfect way to help guests feel at home at a gathering. I recently hosted a morning play date at my house with some mom… View Post

Mr. Worldwide

Yesterday, I had the amazing opportunity to see Pitbull live in concert at the Midwest Amphitheatre courtesy of tickets I won on Kiss FM. Ke$ha was there also, but that’s about as much of a mention as she deserves. This is the best picture I have. Because apparently I cannot bring my “professional” dSLR camera there because its lens detaches.{sigh}… View Post

Sharp Mamas :: Preparing You for Parenthood {plus, a Giveaway!}

Giveaway! If you don’t see the Rafflecopter form, just click on the title of this post to be taken to the giveaway portion! From getting pregnant to registries to pregnancy to those first early months and beyond, bringing little children into this world requires love (of course!) and time and knowledge! I don’t know about you, but when I was… View Post

Outback Steakhouse Gift Card Giveaway, Mates!

{If you don’t see the Rafflecopter form, be sure to click on the title of this post. This giveaway is being offered thanks to Outback Steakhouse!} A few weeks ago, thanks to Outback Steakhouse and Operation Homefront, I had the opportunity to sample some of the newest yummies from Outback’s menu and meet Tim McGraw! There’s not much on the… View Post

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