If you live with chronic pain, you don't have to just take pain medication to find relief. There are natural ways to get the pain relief you need, and many of them you can do in your own home. You can even do several of these in conjunction with one another, and since they are natural pain relievers you don;t have to worry about over-dosing and can use them when needed. Get Active Endorphins are natural chemicals that block pain signals from reaching your brain. In short, they are the Continue Reading
What’s New for Railroad Travel? #BayouTravel
One of my daughter's favorite travel memories is the time she visited Washington D.C. My parents, baby sister and daughter took the train from New Orleans to D.C. THe backdrop was simply magnificent but like many methods of transportation, it was not without a few hiccups. Americans continue to travel, but with the economy continuing to be sluggish and uncertain, more and more citizens are looking at cheaper and more efficient travel options. Railroad travel seems to be growing in Continue Reading
Think Outside The Cereal Box – Crunchy Mango Skillet Cake #QuakerUp #LoveMyCereal #Spon
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Quaker®. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias #LoveMyCereal #QuakerUp Mornings at my house pass by like a blur. While my son and I don't have to be fully dressed until 7:40a.m, my husband wakes my teen up at 5:30 a.m in the morning! She's running around trying to put her uniform, makeup and find all her school supplies before she runs out the door. I'm not proud, but I'm sure there are days she forgets about breakfast. Continue Reading
Disney With No Kids? Yes, I did and here are my Favorite Instagram Pictures #BayouTravel
You would think that if I had the opportunity to go to Walt Disney World in Orlando that my children would be with me. NO, mine stayed at home! Although I asked my kids months in advance, they decided to stay home during the recent trip. My teen did not want to miss school and my son did not want to go unless his sister went. The very thought made me feel guilty. how could I have fun without my children? Easy! It was a total blast! Not only do you have the opportunity to race through Continue Reading
Are you going to ring in the New Year with a BANG? New Year’s Eve Hair Styling Tips
Disclosure: The below is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. During the work week I am rocking the same look every day - healthcare scrubs! Friends, it's not a cute look so I look forward to evenings that I can pull out my jewelry, dress and heels for am upcoming party. I have fairly long hair so I try to get creative for special occasions. My top special occasion hair styles are very easy to create and stakes little time. Side Knot: The long side knot is the perfect look for Continue Reading
5 Popular Destinations to Ring in the New Year #BayouTravel
Are you looking for a special place to ring in the New Year this coming New Year's Eve? There are plenty to choose from if you're wanting to welcome 2015 somewhere other than your own home or home town. New York City Admit it, you've always wondered what it would be like to watch that ball drop in Times Square. New York City on New Year's Eve just seems to be right, doesn't it? There are plenty of New Year's activities all over New York City, but wherever you go you can expect to enjoy Continue Reading
Best Family Experiences in Disney Springs {Formerly Known as Downtown Disney} #BayouTravel
Did you know it’s possible to have a Disney experience without paying the admission prices to one of the parks? Downtown Disney is home to many shops and restaurants but also has several activities for children of all ages. If you’re not eager to pay admission to the parks, or you simply want a different kind of experience Downtown Disney may be the perfect option. If you’re driving, parking here is free. You can also take the shuttle buses from any Disney resort hotel or the water shuttle Continue Reading
Marvel Universe LIVE! is coming to New Orleans – Smoothie King Center Jan 15-18th, 2015 #NOLA
Disclosure: Although we are HUGE Marvel fans, the following is a sponsored post. All opinions are always my own. One of the America's highly anticipated tours is coming to New Orleans January 2015! No, it's not a rock band it's Marvel Universe LIVE!. January 15-18th, 2015 your family can experience Marvel Universe LIVE! Smoothie King Center and start the New Year with fun for the entire family. Our family LOVES Marvel so it's no surprise that they want to see the first ever live Continue Reading
Walt Disney World Resorts that Celebrate Diversity #BayouTravel
You might think all Disney resorts offer the same packaged deal, but you would be wrong! With twenty-five different resorts available for guests to choose from there’s a wide variety of options, experiences and price ranges for travelers. If you want something more than just the typical Florida hotel experience try one of these resorts that celebrate diversity. Caribbean Beach Resort This resort is built around a bay and brings the feel of the Caribbean islands to central Florida. There are Continue Reading
Celebrate the Holidays with Vive Mejor Recipes
Disclosure: Our recipe selection is in collaboration with ViveMejor.com and Unilever. All opinions and thoughts are always my own. during the holidays finding new recipes can be overwhelming. Many time we want to stick with our favorite traditional foods but thinking outside the box can turn your beautiful holiday dinner into a memorable one. With only a few days before Christmas we wanted to share some recipes that can be found ViveMejor.com. ViveMejor.com offers an array of recipes Continue Reading
Dealing with the TSA when Traveling with Children #BayouTravel
For parents, one of the biggest concerns while traveling is about the child’s health and safety. You make sure to buckle them up on car trips, wear life preservers when riding a boat, and strap on bike helmets when they’re out on two wheels. But, air travel can offer different concerns as the parent is not in the driver’s seat. The easiest way to travel - whether by air, bus, train or car - is to know the rules and regulations before you go. Standing in the airport is not the time to familiarize Continue Reading
Quick & Healthy Weekday Dinners: Whole Wheat Bean Tostada Recipe with Bush’s Cocina Latina
Disclosure: Compensated campaign in collaboration with BUSH’S Cocina Latina and Latina Bloggers Connect. Growing up my mother loved to make frijoles (beans) for our family. Since beans are economical and provide the protein we needed in our diets, my mother would slow cook her frijoles and add spices like garlic, onion and cilantro. Now that I have my own family, I want to make my family the same type of dinners that remind me of my mother and the flavors her kitchen once created. Continue Reading