Like many bloggers I occasionally attend a few events throughout the year that requires me to leave for an occasional conference or blogger event. In May I have 2 trips scheduled which requires me to leave for a few days. With blogging, my regular daytime job and the kids/husband responsibilities my time, like many mothers, is stretch to full capacity. Although I am excited for my trips, I also know my time prior to the trips are very slim. One thing on my mind is packing. I wish I could say Continue Reading
Clinton Kelly Shares Style Tips at Macy’s in New Orleans #SpringStyles
If your anything like I am, you're probably a HUGE Clinton Kelly Fan! I never get a chance to watch daytime programming & rarely watch evening television as well, but when I do get a chance to sit in front of the television I'm watching shows like What Not To Wear. I love the brutal honesty of the show and get great tips from the Clinton Kelly. How amazing a $5000 Visa card would be to spend only on myself? But what is more important is getting great styling tips from someone who knows Continue Reading
Look: It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane….It’s a Minion? #Despicablimp
Are you ready for the new Despicable Me 2 movie? Scheduled to hit theaters July 2nd, 2013, the much anticipated beloved Minions are back! What better way to get moviegoers excited than promoting the movie in gigantic proportions. The Despicablimp is one of 15 airships flying in the world. It is currently flying over 15,000 feet into the air traveling from California to Florida and everywhere in between. I'm not sure which of my children was more excited but they both couldn't wait to Continue Reading
New Orleans Voodoo: Are You Ready for Football? #Voodoo
Last weekend my husband & I went to the 2013 Season Opener for the New Orleans Voodoo. The Voodoo is a local AFL Football team that quenches our need for football when the New Orleans Saints are off-season. Although the N.O voodoo has been around for a few years, this is actually our first time at a Voodoo Game. As I expected we had tons of fun. The New Orleans VooDoo (1-0) opened "the Graveyard" (New Orleans Arena) for a 51-45 overtime victory against its South Division rivals Continue Reading
NOLA Area: Join Macy’s & Clinton Kelly for Everything Spring Fashion #SpringStyles
Sponsored Post: All opinions are my own & can not be influenced. I'm a HUGE TLC's What Not To Wear junkie. I love the fashion lessons given weekly but I really watch it for Clinton Kelly! Clinton Kelly is one of my favorite fashion guru. He's funny, smart and not afraid to tell you like it is. So when I heard he was coming to the New Orleans Area in April I totally geeked out!! I have to tell you, I'm secretly very nervous and excited at the same time. What will I wear? I would die if I Continue Reading
Louisiana: Are You Ready for Fashion, Food & Fun? Tanger’s Taste & Style Experience
Spring has sprung which means shoppers all over will be shopping to update their Spring Wardrobe. If you happen to live near a Tanger Outlet make sure to stop by and experience Tanger's Taste & Style Experience! I will be visiting the Tanger Outlet in Gonzalez, Louisiana for a style weekend. If your in the area, stop by and come experience the Tanger Taste & Style Experience for yourself. The Grand Opening Event - Tanger Taste & Style Experience will occur 04/06/2013 to 04/07/2013 in various Continue Reading
Justin Timberlake ‘The 20/20 Experience’ CD #JT2020 #Cbias
Ever since I was little I wanted to be a singer. I had big dreams of singing on a large stage somewhere. I could see my name in bright lights! I just needed... my big break. But when I was 10 years old, I realized I had no talent whatsoever! I'm not kidding, I'm a horrible singer. But my lack of talent didn't keep me away from my love for music. Over the years I have been to dozens of live concerts and have bought numerous Cd's. Yes, I still buy Cd's. One of my all-time musical crushes is Continue Reading
She Shoots & Scores! Grab & Go at Walgreens #SnackMadness
It's Friday night & I just got off of of work. Although I'm so excited that the weekend is here, I'm also thinking of all the chores that need to get done. Being a busy mother means we have to fine ways that can save us time & money in my everyday life. Walgreens was my late night stop that evening. I brought my almost 13 yr old with me to pick up some of the items I needed to host a last minute get together at my house. Although I have a ton of chores this weekend, I'll also be watching Continue Reading
Brandcation: DESTINation Looking for Sponsors!
I am so excited to announce that I will be attending Brandcation 5: DESTINation. This event will take in the beautiful Emerald Grande in Destin, Florida May 9th -May 12th, 2013 and being hosted by Momdot & Brandfluential. This is a smaller event with 40 female bloggers in attendance. We will be spending 3 fun-filled days visiting and highlighting the Destin, Emerald Coast region as well as learning more about specific brands in place for our Blogger Event. Do you want to learn how your Continue Reading
The Happiest 5K on Earth: The Color Run™
National Geographic, Time Magazine, Wall Street Journal, The Huffington Post and more are all writing about The Color Run™. If your not familiar with The Color Run™, it is the largest 5k paint event in the world. The Color Run visited over 50 cities last year with close to 600,000 participants which is unbelievable amount since their very first event was held in January of 2012. They plan to make 2013 a stellar year, launching over 100 events with an estimated one million participants. A million Continue Reading
Cirque du Soleil Quidam- New Orleans March 13-17th #quidam
I'm a HUGE Cirque du Soleil fan! My family has teased me in the past that if I could run away with the "circus", I would! But Cirque du Soleil is an phenomenal experience to enjoy. I'm beyond excited that Cirque du Soleil Quidam is coming to New Orleans March 13th-17th, 2013 as well as other major cities in the U.S. Quidam is a critically-acclaimed production that is unlike other Cirque du Soleil productions. Instead of taking you to an imaginary realm, Quidam is more of a self examination of Continue Reading
Entertaining With a Purpose: Macy’s Heart of Haiti Collection
I was 11 years old when I made my first Thanksgiving Dinner. Strange for an 11 year old? Not for me. I have always loved to entertain, even as an eleven year old. So it is no shock that home decor and creating new recipes is on my list of hobbies. I am no stranger to Macy's Department Store. Recently you may have noticed my posts surrounding Macy's Culinary Council Cooking Demo Events in the New Orleans area. Every time I get a new email letting me know of an upcoming event, I am instantly on Continue Reading