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Meeting Shaquille O’Neal & Upcoming Microsoft Store VIP Shopping Party 11/22 #MicrosoftLa

November 21, 2014 by Maria

Meeting Shaquille O’Neal & Upcoming Microsoft Store VIP Shopping Party 11/22 #MicrosoftLa

Recently I went to Microsoft's newest retail store at Lakeside Shopping Center in Metairie, Louisiana. With several Grand Opening Events, local residents were thrilled to have Microsoft in the New Orleans area. I can't blame them! We love technology and knowing that a Microsoft is nearby can help local businesses, young adults and families stay connected and productive. My children & I were so excited about this particular grand opening. Aside from loving Microsoft products, we are Continue Reading

Top 12 Must Have Microsoft Products #BayouTravel

November 9, 2014 by Maria

Top 12 Must Have Microsoft Products #BayouTravel

Earlier this week I had the opportunity to interview a Microsoft Executive during his recent visit to New Orleans. New Orleans will soon be home to the 2nd Microsoft Retail Store in Louisiana. The Grand Opening of Micorsoft's newest retail store located inside Lakeside Shopping Center, will have it's grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Nov. 14 at 10:30 a.m. In addition to the ribbon cutting ceremony, customers will have the opportunity to purchase a Toshiba Encore 8-inch 32GB Continue Reading

Microsoft Grand Opening: Lakeside Shopping Center +Xbox One Event w/star Shaquille O’Neal #NOLA

October 27, 2014 by Maria

Microsoft Grand Opening: Lakeside Shopping Center +Xbox One Event w/star Shaquille O’Neal #NOLA

It's no secret that my family are sports lovers and very competitive! So when I heard that Shaquille O’Neal was coming to Lakeside Mall to celebrate the Grand Opening (I'll be attending as well) of 2nd Microsoft Retail store in Louisiana this November, I couldn't pass on the opportunity! Tech and sports? It's like a dream, right! Anyway as a techie, not only will you get to learn about the new Microsoft store BUT you will have the opportunity to purchase the Toshiba Encore 2 WT8 32GB Continue Reading

Keeping Your Teen Connected with the AT&T Pre-Paid Samsung Galaxy Express #GoPhone #Spon

September 1, 2014 by Maria

Keeping Your Teen Connected with the AT&T Pre-Paid Samsung Galaxy Express #GoPhone #Spon

DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored. All products mentioned and reviewed on this page are compliments of AT&T. All opinions of the products are my own. I have been a AT&T mobile phone customer for over 10 years. One reason I chose AT&T, aside from being the nation’s most reliable 4G LTE network is convenience and low price. So when my teen first requested a mobile phone i simply added an additional line with no data. The phone was simply "just for emergencies". Once my teenage Continue Reading

Healthy Frying with Philips Airfryer

January 6, 2014 by Maria

Healthy Frying with Philips Airfryer

Disclosure: I received a complimentary Philips Airfryer in order to facilitate this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own and can not be influenced in any way. I'm a kitchen gadget girl! I love anything that can make my life easier by saving me time and money especially during the workweek. Once thing I have learned over the years is that I can't expect to create a detailed dinner menu for my family during the work week. Between after school functions, arriving home from at 5:30p.daily Continue Reading

Favorite Household Chore? #WhirlpoolWashSquad #spon

October 15, 2013 by Maria

This is a sponsored post with the Niche Parent Network. It is no secret that laundry & I are not friends. In fact, I HATE to do laundry & household chores but it is a necessary evil. Like many families our daytime hours are a whirlwind. Whether you are a SAHM, work outside the home or have a home office there are not enough hours in the day. So, when in need of help, DELEGATE! I did household chores as a kid and although I hated every minute it did teach me time management & Continue Reading

Travel Made Easy: Travel Mobile Applications

October 8, 2013 by Maria

Planning any vacation can be overwhelming. Tourist plan months in advance for the ideal family vacation or romantic getaway, but occasionally you may hit a snag while traveling. Weather conditions, sudden detours and other factors can create a temporary delay in your scheduled itinerary. A travel mobile app as a fantastic resource for any prospective tourist. I think of a mobile travel app similar to an interactive travel guide. Although printed travel guides are a must, a mobile travel app is Continue Reading

Teens and Cellphones- How much would you pay?

September 27, 2013 by Maria

Disclosure: I was sent a phone & complimentary service in order to facilitate this post. All opinions are my own. Teenagers!! I have to remind myself that having a teen means choosing which battles I need to fight. My 13 year old needs a cell phone but more importantly I need her to have a reliable mobile phone that havs good coverage, at an affordable price. With her active in sports, music and school we need to be able to get in touch with her asap. My husband & I both work so a Continue Reading

The 5 Loves of My Life

August 14, 2012 by Maria

Not many of us can say we have had 5 loves in our lives! Okay, I can't either but I do have 5 things I can't live without on a daily basis. I'm being honest so no judgement! Some of the top five are things I enjoy and can live without (but why would I want to?). List is in no numbered order. If I can get an honorable mention I would pick my cell phone (really it's a tie to my Laffy Taffy Addiction but a cell phone isn't as interesting) 1. Fruity Candy: It's a near addiction. I can have a Air Continue Reading

Travel is my passion! Whether I am camping nearby or on a cruise ship, my heart wants to travel and discover the world! From coast to coast, I strive to encourage others to see the world and live with a suitcase always “half packed”. I’m ready to travel, are you? Contact Email: BloggingBabiesandtheBayou@gmail.com {read more here}

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How To Choose a Cruise Ship Cabin: What You Need to Know Before Booking #BayouTravel

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TweetShareLike this post? Please share! Not everyone will agree on stateroom preference but generally, size matters! Or is it cost? Since every cruiser has different needs, most cruise-liners have a wide range of staterooms that range from affordable to total luxury! While there are other factors involved like location of the ship, 1-3rd classes and […]

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TweetShareLike this post? Please share!Are you guilty of serving the same finger foods at your next party? I know I am. I love to cook especially for other people, but time is always an issue for me. I normally make my way to the market with the intentions of creating a variety of foods that […]

More Than a Destination, It’s an Experience: Emerald Grande #InDestin

TweetShareLike this post? Please share! Disclosure: Media rates & complimentary activities may have been provided at times throughout my trip. All thoughts & opinions are as always, my own and can not be influenced in anyway. When traveling with friends or family sometimes you find a resort that is truly a gem. What I found […]

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