If you’re looking for simple, cost-effective ways to decorate your child’s nursery, you’ve come to the right place. Creating a peaceful, comfortable environment for your new-born doesn’t have to cost the earth, so take a look at these money-saving tips. Make the most of what you’ve got With a little one on the way, it can be tempting to apply for a credit card to apply for a credit card to cover your outgoings, but this isn’t always necessary. Sure, it’s nice to buy a state-of-the art cot Continue Reading
Get Red Carpet Ready w/ Daily’s Cocktails & Wholly Guacamole: Giveaway #RedCarpetReady
It is Oscar weekend & you can't turn on the television without hearing about this years biggest movies. Hollywood is getting ready to present all the nominees on the red carpet. From beautiful gowns, baubles and infamous speeches many will watch the big night. Since we are movie buff's we will definitely be watching. I'm not one to critique gowns on the red carpet. I'm more excited to see the nominees, especially 1st time nominees. I love seeing their excitement on the red carpet and who they Continue Reading
Avocado Smoothie: A Healthy Breakfast Option
Avocados has been a family favorite since I was a young girl. Now that I have my own family, we use avocados in our weekly meal plan for some of our favorite dishes. But avocados can be used for so many other alternative meal solutions as well. My daughter is a notorious smoothie maker. She's a typical girl that doesn't "wake up" hungry. In fact, she can easily go until lunch before she eats a meal, but by then she is starving!! Over the summer I bought her a inexpensive single serving mixer Continue Reading
Vintage Accessories
As I have mentioned in the past, I love to collect antique china. I love looking at vintage patterns by various makers that may still be operating today. To me, each pattern tells a story about the type of person that previously owned it. Were they romantic, elegant & classic, ahead of their time, or even fun & whimsy? Normally I tend to find some great deals at estate sales, garage sales, or even at a thrift store. Last weekend the opportunity to attend a local antique glass trade Continue Reading
Mazola Sobrecitos Recipe + Giveaway: $25 Walmart Gift Card & One Box of Mazola Sobrecitos Ends 7/25
Dinner at my house is usually a fusion of New Orleans Cajun meets Latin foods. One night I'm cooking New Orleans Style favorites like Gumbo, homemade shrimp poboys or shrimp etouffee, then my next meal might consists of carnitas, mole', and any other Latin food dish I grew up on. One of my favorite meals growing was Bistec con Papas (Steak & Potatoes). Growing up my mother was always on the look out for inexpensive cuts of meat so she can change our "chicken again?" menu. Shoulder steak is Continue Reading
May Cravebox: Taste of the Tropics (Video)
Watch my latest VLOG on Youtube: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6XQnq3xuPc&w=420&h=315] In case your not familiar with Cravebox, you can create a login, & set up a monthly subscriptions at their website: http://www.cravebox.com. For as little of $10 (which includes taxes & shipping) you can surprise yourself or a loved one with 4-5 hand selected items once a month shipped directly to your door. I personally love Cravebox. I feel I am getting my monies worth & Continue Reading
StyleUnited- New View, New You Program
Living in Southeast Louisiana during the summer is no joke. Your body is suffering through high humidity levels and what seems to suffer the most is hair, skin, and your style. Do you want to suffer a summer style slump? NO I found a site called StyleUnited which is in the Beta version. You can join StyleUnited and get valuable beauty tips like Makeup Trends, great video tutorials, and my favorite is the 1:1 eBEAUTY HOURS. 1:1 eBEAUTY HOURS is an option to get get beauty advice in the Continue Reading
Wordless Wednesday: First Communion Edition
My 7 year olds First Communion Day Continue Reading
Wordless Wednesday 2/28 Little League Edition
It's that time of year- Little League Baseball & Softball. We laugh, we cry, & we get bitten by Mosquitos & Gnats!! Stay tuned For my next post: Top Mommy Tips to Survive Little League Continue Reading
(Closed)Flash Giveaway!! Starts Now!! Win 50 Holiday Cards from Tiny Prints Giveaway Ends Tonight 12/02 10p.m Central
Flash Giveaway Time!! Giveaway Has Now ended Winner is Misty W. Please check your inbox for your information. In case your not familiar, a flash giveaway will start & end on the same day. Today's Giveaway will end at 10p.m Central Time. 1 lucky reader will win 50 Holiday Cards from Tiny Prints. Code is valid until December 31, 2011 at 11:59 pm PT. Code also includes free standard shipping. TO ENTER GIVEAWAY the following is Mandatory: Leave a comment below (on this blog Continue Reading
1SaleADay: iPhone and iPod Data Cable for $1 shipped!
1SaleADay is offering an iPhone and iPod Data Cable for just $1 shipped. We can all use an extra charger!! Continue Reading
Free box of Samples F/ Nature’s Path & The Ellen Degeneres
The Ellen Degeneres Show has a great offer for her fans. Head on over and vote for your favorite flavor of granola bar. Once you do that, you will be able to fill out a form to request a free sample of Nature’s Path Choconut, Pumpkin-N-Spice, Lotta Apricotta or Berry Strawberry granola bars (while supplies last). These are still available this morning but it is while supplies last so make sure you snag some soon!! I picked Berry Strawberry. What did you pick?? Thanks Ellen!! Continue Reading