Meditating in the morning is no longer a practice for those wishing to be a little more spiritual, but recommended for and practiced by those looking to improve their health. The simple act of pausing and relaxing the entire body and mind for a period of time every day can have a drastic improvement on your overall physical and mental health. Anyone that experiences high levels of stress and anxiety, or is in need of a positive mindset on a daily basis can benefit from meditating each day. Continue Reading
Challenge Your Teens & Tweens This Summer with Rock Climbing – Slidell Rocks Spotlight
When I started my blog in 2008 I did so with the hopes of chronicling our journey through Girl Scouts and living in the New Orleans Metro area. Ideas like "What to do? Where to visit? Field Trip Ideas for your Girl Scout Troop" and much more. My babies aren't little anymore and keeping them entertained during the summer months is easier in some ways yet challenging. Let's face it! When the kiddos were younger, a few hours at the local splash pad and a picnic lunch (which we still do) is all Continue Reading
Wellness Wednesday – 4 Foods You Should Never Eat After a Workout and Why
Although I am not a thin person, we are definitely an active family. My entire family started lifting weights about a year ago after my teenage daughter joined her high school's powerlifting team and lifting weights has become as routine as unloading the dishwasher every evening. If you are working out and eating right, yet you still aren't seeing the results you would like to see, you may not be eating the right foods after your workout. If you didn’t realize you should be eating after a Continue Reading
Adventures in the Smokies – Outdoor Gravity Park Pigeon Forge Tennessee #BayouTravel
What's the point of going to the mountains if you can have a little adventure? Years ago my daughter and husband, along with other members of our family, experienced ZORB® Smoky Mountains which was their first site in the USA. My daughter was probably 8 or 10 at the time and very adventurous (even to this day) compared to my son or myself. The "hamster ball" which allows you to roll down a mountain either wet or dry (depending on weight and desired speed) with the Smoky Mountains as your Continue Reading
Monster Jam 2016 – New Orleans Mercedes-Benz SuperDome Recap & Tips #BayouTravel
Disclosure: I am a Feld Family Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and opportunities to attend private Feld pre-show events. One of the biggest and highly anticipated family events to come annually to New Orleans is Monster Jam®. As always, Monster Jam did not disappoint! My Continue Reading
Game Day Activities for Children – Kid Football Printables
It's football time! My New Orleans Saints did horrible this season! There is only one way to look at it and it's pathetic but as always I'm a die hard Saints fan (they gotta get their act together though lol) and love them anyway but that being said, my house is getting Super Bowl ready. I'm ready for food, fun and football! If you're looking for ways to keep the little ones entertained while you enjoy the big game or perhaps are preparing the game day recipes and wanting to keep the Continue Reading
Winter Travel – Top Ski Destinations in America #BayouTravel
If winter means fun in the snow for you, enjoying some time on the ski slopes may be just what you're after. Check out these top ski destinations in America and make your plans to enjoy some winter exercise and activities. Jackson Hole, Wyoming Located along Wyoming's western border with Idaho, Jackson Hole is a valley that is created by the Teton Range to the west and the Gros Ventre Range to the east. The northwestern part of the valley is the location of Grand Teton National Park. For Continue Reading
Parasailing in Mexico – Cruise Excursions in Cozumel #BayouTravel
As you can imagine, parasailing is a top water activity & cruise excursion in Mexico. Last April I went on a cruise with several blogger pals which included a port stop in Cozumel Mexico. Several of us decided to book our excursion at Mr. Sanchos. Mr. Sanchos Beach Club in Cozumel offered several cruise excursion. One option was to book a Mr. Sancho's All Inclusive Day Pass for $5.00! Totally worth it but food and beverages were not included. Naturally you paid a La Carte for those items. Continue Reading
Atlanta Tours, Museums & more – Inside the College Football Hall of Fame #BayouTravel
After visiting so many great places while on my recent trip to Atlanta, Georgia, I was just about done in from all the hustle and bustle and the excitement that comes with journeying to new places, but despite my growing exhaustion I still had a few places left to visit before concluding my Atlanta tour and heading back home. One of which: The College Football Hall of Fame. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or a hometown fan, if you find yourself passing through Georgia or are vacationing Continue Reading
Carry-On Travel Essentials – Stylish MIU COLOR® #BayouTravel #Ad
Disclosure: The following is a sponsored post. All thoughts and opinions are my own. When I travel I need a few travel essentials. I always travel with my favorite lightweight backpack or daypack which can store a few key pieces that any avid traveler might need. Aside from day to day use of the a backpack, I also use my backpack as a carry-on. Because my favorite backpack has several compartments, I can organize at least 2 days worth of clothes and other essentials as long as I keep Continue Reading
There is a Champion in all of Us + McFarland, USA Giveaway #McFarlandUSA #MiInspiracion #Ad
Disclosure: This is part of a sponsored campaign with DiMe Media and Buena Vista Home Entertainment. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Since my children first started school I have told them everyday to "Work Hard, Be Nice". I figured if they were hard workers and were nice to others then I covered the basics. When I was little, my mother also covered the basics with me. But to us, life was only about the basics. Like many before her, she came to this country as a teenager Continue Reading
Score Big On and Off the Field with a Fruit Kabob Recipe and POWERADE® #SidelineHero #Ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SidelineHero #CollectiveBias Both of my kids are active in sports. In my house, my back porch is filled with cleats and athletic equipment. Making sure my children have the right sports equipment is only one part of team mom job. The other, is making sure my children have the proper game time snack. When you're out on the soccer field your children need plenty of water to keep Continue Reading