If your an avid blog reader of mine you know how much I love sports. I'm not just a 'sports mom', I'm a sports lover & being at a live sporting event is a definite must for any true sports fan. There is something about watching those priceless moments up close and personal that can get emotions to rise and the anticipation to heighten in a moments notice. MasterCard gives their cardholders the opportunity to enjoy those same priceless moments that any golfer dream of. World & World Continue Reading
Drive Back In Time- Classic Car Show
If you're like me, your "spare" time is divided by your family & your home. Over the years my husband & I have been a part of many organizations. Fundraising is something we do out of necessity. But after several years of fundraising it can get tiresome and difficult to plan. Several years ago my son's football league came up with a unique way to drive revenue to the league while creating an event for locals to enjoy and participate in. What transpired was a Antique Car Show & 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
Score Big Natural Flavor With Kettle Brand Potato Chips #KettleMadness #Cbias
It's March!! The weather is almost perfect. Our birds are chirping and my flowers are starting to bloom. Aside from weather being fabulous, it also means that basketball is nearing it's end and baseball season has begun. March means our weekends will be filled with basketball tournaments and soon, the College Championship Game. Since my husband & son have been glued to the basketball games on television, I'm in the kitchen finding fun snacks to have in between quarters. I head to Continue Reading
Secrets From the Bleachers
Last week my children had baseball & softball tryouts. Now that both my children are older and have several years of ball-playing under their belts, we have learned a few things about the ballpark, practice/game times, and keeping a well-balanced family scheduled. Although most weeks run smoothly, there is always a day or two during the week that seem to just fall apart. Because of have the motto: Hope for the best, be prepared for the worst when it comes to time management. Are you new to Continue Reading
Get Your Jet Skies Ready for a Last Minute Ski Vacation #Travel
If I'm not planning a vacation or business trip, I'm counting the days until the trip is actually here. One region I have never visited is the Colorado area. I LOVE the cold weather, but truly have never been in Colorado cold weather (any -0 F) to know first hand. But the idea of it sounds lovely for a vacation. I can see my self skiing on the slopes, resting by a hot tub, and drinking apple cider by the fireplace (let me dream , okay?). I'm wondering if this California/Louisiana girl can 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
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
Wordless Wednesday- Zatarain’s Big Game @Cravebox Video #Cravebowl
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My View of Super Bowl XLVII – New Orleans Style
Got Milk? Get Ready to Start Your Game Winning Day + Giveaway to Win 1 of 2 Got Milk? Superbowl Themed Prize Packs-Bilingual Post
English: My family & I have a very busy schedules. Throughout the year my children participate in various sports. They need strong bones and a balanced diet each and every morning. The glass of milk they have in the morning gives my children & I the nutrients we need to start the day so we can energy and help build strong bones. For me, I normally start my day with milk & some fresh fruit. My children will start their morning off with cereal, waffles or eggs, fresh fruit and a Continue Reading
Score A Winning Recipe w/ Marc Forgione & Macy’s @CulinaryCouncil in #NOLA 2/2/13
My husband & I love football. Every week during football season we have a mini football party for the kids. They know that once we leave church on Sunday...it's game time! We get the house ready, food in the over and start prepping for our football party menu to be complete. So you can only imagine what our plans are for Super Bowl Sunday!! To add even more excitement to our normal football party, we get to add the fact that New Orleans is host to Super Bowl XLV11. It really couldn't get any Continue Reading