Okay, so we're super excited and have cruise travel on the brain! We are booked for another cruise in November during the week of thanksgiving and can't wait! This is our 1st holiday (aside from Mardi Gras) that we will be cruising but this time, we are traveling out of state and traveling to another departure port. So while we're on the road, why not keep the kids entertained with a few travel printables! My Cruise Journal Printable License Plate I Spy Game Printable Check Continue Reading
The State Fair of Louisiana Giveaway – Enter to Win 6 Tickets #GoPhone Ends 10/22/14
DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored giveaway. All opinions of the products are my own. Do you have fond memories of visiting the fair as a child? For many locals, October is known for local fall fairs, concerts and fun festival foods. This year, The State Fair of Louisiana takes place October 23rd through November 9th, 2014 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Aside from local entertainment your family can enjoy unique family experiences like helicopter rides, food trucks, animal safari, dog Continue Reading
No Fuss Brunch and Casecade Prize Pack Giveaway Ends 10/9 #CascadeShiningReviews #DDDivas
This review was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Cascade. I was provided the featured product free of charge to facilitate my review, but all opinions are 100% mine.Read Disclosure section for more information. I love having friends and family over but I have limited time on the weekend to entertain. So I have to consider and weigh my options when it comes to menu selection and when to have company over. Once way to create an easy entertaining menu is by hosting a bunch. Sunday Continue Reading
Goodwill and #7DaysofSpringCleaning
The disclosure: This is a PSA on behalf of Bloggin Mamas Collective and the Ad Council. No monetary compensation was given for this post. It’s time for Spring, time for all things new! Of course our first impulse is to go out shopping, but this year, before we get that new Spring wardrobe, let’s do some Spring cleaning and help out our community too! Goodwill has come up with a fun and insightful little quiz called: What’s Your Clothing Personality? Really inspired now? It’s not hard to Continue Reading
Take Care of People – Twitter Party Tues March 11th 1-2p EST #TakeCareChat #ad
Disclosure: I am being compensated as a Twitter Chat Consultant for Bloggin’ Mamas who is working with Element Associates, Get Covered America and the Ad Council for this campaign. Yes, take care of people too! Did you know that more than 1 in 6 Americans don’t have health insurance? I work in healthcare and the number of people without health insurance is staggering! But I can't blame Americans for not being covered by health insurance, an affordable plan can be quite costly. And Continue Reading
Be a Good Neighbor with State Farm #StateFarmAyuda #SFNeighborhoodAssist #ad
Disclosure: This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and State Farm. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Being a good neighbor is more than picking up the newspaper or mail while your next door neighbor is away. It's about community. Coming together to help those when they need you the most. Since State Farm is a "good neighbor" you shouldn't have to ask for help. State Farm is actively looking to help your Continue Reading
There’s No Business Like Bathroom Business #LetsTalkBums
Disclosure: I am participating in a sponsored campaign for Cottonelle. All thoughts and opinions are my own. There is no business like bathroom business. It's something we never want to talk about unless your a mom. I have a 9 year old son. Small boys are an entirely different species versus females. Believe me, he has no problem talking about his bathroom business to me. But the funniest thing happen when he was young. We went to a friends house when he was about 5 years old and was faced Continue Reading
From Pigtails to Teen Driving #CelebrateMyDrive
This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and State Farm. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Having a teen is scary! There are no "What to Expect" books on teen parenting and really, not much information regarding transitioning our children from teen to young adults. As my daughter gets older, I'm finding that I rely on my friends who are experiencing the same milestones to help guide me through the ups and downs of teen parenting. Teen driving is just around Continue Reading
Crazy Parents, This Is For You- Coaching Youth Sports
It's no secret that sports has been a part of my life for since I was a child. The love of athletics has now shifted over to my children. They both have played sports where they excelled and also tested their dedication. As a mother I try so hard to focus on their work ethic and their determination versus performance. You see, being a sports mom you have to differentiate what you chose to focus on. Although I do not sugar coat their performance, I always look for the positive in any situation! Continue Reading
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU
One of my favorite parts of summer is traveling with my family. I feel very fortunate that I live under a "perfect travel arc". The Gulf Coast has so much to offer their travelers, that it would be a shame if locals did not take advantage of being a short drive away from a new adventure. This month my family & I went on a 3 day trip to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We were fortunate enough to stay at the The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU. That's right, I said LSU! The boutique hotel is Continue Reading
Moved to Tears #GospelBrunch
Disclosure: Complimentary tickets were provided to me as a blogger. All opinions & experiences are my own. Almost 2 weeks ago my husband & I went to New Orleans to enjoy The All-New Gospel Brunch at House of Blues New Orleans, Produced by Kirk Franklin. If you live in the area or have traveled to New Orleans, The House of Blues is a musical landmark on its own. I've been to many concerts there back in the day and was thrilled to have a few hours alone with my husband. No kids, no work, Continue Reading
The All-New Gospel Brunch at House of Blues New Orleans #GospelBrunch
FTC Blogger Disclosures: I was not compensated for this post however I did receive tickets to an event so I can share my experience with my readers. I really hope you can make it to a local event. I may not be a great singer but my heart sings! This Sunday (1 show every Sunday at 10AM in New Orleans) I will be attending The All-New Gospel Brunch at House of Blues New Orleans, Produced by Kirk Franklin. If you haven't been to the House of blues in New Orleans you have been missing out. The Continue Reading