If you have kids then you know that managing money is not a phrase that always mixes well with the offspring. Encouraging your kids to budget their money this year will help them learn to be responsible for the future. Check out these ideas for helping your kids budget their money this year. Set Up Three Savings Banks Help your kids to understand the importance of saving as well as giving to others and spending wisely. Set up three savings banks for each child to use. One bank will be for Continue Reading
Holiday Meal Solutions – 3 Super Easy Recipes Using Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey (KidFriendly)
Everyone knows one of the best parts of Thanksgiving is the leftovers. But what to do with all those leftovers sitting in your fridge? Check out these great ideas that can turn your holiday leftovers into great meals. Grilled Ham and Cheese Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 slices bread (or use rolls for smaller sandwiches) 2 slices of ham 2 tablespoons of stuffing 2 slices cheddar, jack, Swiss, or American cheese Instructions: Heat half a tablespoon of butter in Continue Reading
Turning Sweet Moments into La Merienda + Bilingual Snack Bingo Printable #FunSizeMerienda #Ad
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FunSizeMerienda #CollectiveBias Although it's into the 100°F outside, summer is technically over! My kids went back to school and for the first time in years I am strictly working from home. It's going to be a adjustment for the entire family mostly the kids. We normally review our day during dinner time but now I can enjoy La Merienda when the kids get off the school Continue Reading
Dr. Seuss 1st Book Release in +25 years & Carnival Cruise’s Seuss at the Sea #CruisingCarnival
Memories recalled from my childhood have always been a fond experience for me. I remember a lot of things that other children simply forget over time; faces, teachers names, early memories, etc. One of the things I remember most was my love of reading and the many authors that I adored during my childhood, one of whom was Dr.Seuss. If you are a parent of little ones who adores the imaginary world of Dr.Seuss or remember being an avid fan during your own childhood, then you'll be as pleased as Continue Reading
Exploring Louisiana – Otis House At The Fairview Riverside State Park #BayouTravel
Over the years, Blogging, Babies and the Bayou has evolved and one thing that has not changed is my love for travel and Louisiana. Starting July 1st, readers can find additional Louisiana attractions not as well-known to travelers but beloved local landmarks. These off the beaten path locations can be added to your upcoming Louisiana vacation and give visitors (and locals) a unique Louisiana experience. When I started my blog 6 years ago I shared local events, concerts and various Continue Reading
Quick Weekend Meal with Cheesy Italian Shells Hamburger Helper® #SaveonHelper #ad
Disclosure: This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Hamburger Helper® . The opinions and text are all mine. I love the weekends! It seems like every weekend I make plan for some family fun but I always forget that I have teenagers. My daughter is notorious for making plans with her friends and failing to clue me in until the last minute. Sometimes she has friends spending the night at our place, other days she's out and about with her friends at their houses. So I Continue Reading
Celebrating Tallahassee’s African-American Heritage and History Day 1 #IHeartTally #BayouTravel
Traveling has always been a passion of mine. There is nothing more exciting than a spontaneous road trip; the open road and a map of potential destinations is all I need to get into the traveling spirit. So, when I was given the incredible opportunity to travel to Tallahassee for an African American Heritage visit I was honored. I knew I would see some amazing places and wanted to share some of my experiences with my readers. During my first official day in the sunshine state Continue Reading
How to Clean & Simplify w/ Palmolive® Multi Surface Dish Soap #PalmoliveMultiSurface #Ad
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PalmoliveMultiSurface #CollectiveBias My mother was always a hard worker. When she came to the U.S almost 40 years ago she worked sometimes up to three different jobs. For the most part she cleaned houses and on the weekends worked in a day care for special needs children. Being a single mother at the time, my mother spent every minute she could finding houses to clean and Continue Reading
Are We There Yet? Traveling with Children and SNICKERS® #WhenImHungry #CollectiveBias #Shop
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WhenImHungry #CollectiveBias Are we there yet? As a parent, you have heard this statement many times. As a kid, you are guilty of asking this of your Mother or Father. My children have endured many trips in such a short life. But no matter how many times we load up the car for a new adventure, long car rides are not always fun. Cramped quarters, motion sickness and Continue Reading
Instagram Challenge Sponsored by SiempreLeche – Milk Life, Somos Fuertes #FuertesConLeche #ad
I am participating in the @Siempreleche Bloguera del Mes series. You can find more information HERE Like any mother, having a healthy family is very important to me. last week my daughter left for her first trip to Orlando without her parents or family member. My daughter is not a breakfast person. In fact, she's not even a morning person but since she will be hopping from theme park to theme park with her school, I reminded her to eat breakfast. In all honesty, I begged her! Eating a Continue Reading
Napa Valley- Where to visit in Wine Country #BayouTravel
Are you planning a visit to Napa Valley's "wine country?" If so, there are plenty of attractions to entertain and keep you busy. Check out these spots that you need to be sure to visit. Robert Louis Stevenson State Park Located in Calistoga, the Robert Louis Stevenson State Park is named after the famous American author. You can enjoy hiking and the lure of nature as you get glimpses of the Pacific in the distance and appreciate the beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Napa Valley Continue Reading
Natural Pain Relievers That Really Work
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