Last weekend my husband & I went to the 2013 Season Opener for the New Orleans Voodoo. The Voodoo is a local AFL Football team that quenches our need for football when the New Orleans Saints are off-season. Although the N.O voodoo has been around for a few years, this is actually our first time at a Voodoo Game. As I expected we had tons of fun. The New Orleans VooDoo (1-0) opened "the Graveyard" (New Orleans Arena) for a 51-45 overtime victory against its South Division rivals Continue Reading
NOLA Area: Join Macy’s & Clinton Kelly for Everything Spring Fashion #SpringStyles
Sponsored Post: All opinions are my own & can not be influenced. I'm a HUGE TLC's What Not To Wear junkie. I love the fashion lessons given weekly but I really watch it for Clinton Kelly! Clinton Kelly is one of my favorite fashion guru. He's funny, smart and not afraid to tell you like it is. So when I heard he was coming to the New Orleans Area in April I totally geeked out!! I have to tell you, I'm secretly very nervous and excited at the same time. What will I wear? I would die if I Continue Reading
Louisiana: Are You Ready for Fashion, Food & Fun? Tanger’s Taste & Style Experience
Spring has sprung which means shoppers all over will be shopping to update their Spring Wardrobe. If you happen to live near a Tanger Outlet make sure to stop by and experience Tanger's Taste & Style Experience! I will be visiting the Tanger Outlet in Gonzalez, Louisiana for a style weekend. If your in the area, stop by and come experience the Tanger Taste & Style Experience for yourself. The Grand Opening Event - Tanger Taste & Style Experience will occur 04/06/2013 to 04/07/2013 in various Continue Reading
Justin Timberlake ‘The 20/20 Experience’ CD #JT2020 #Cbias
Ever since I was little I wanted to be a singer. I had big dreams of singing on a large stage somewhere. I could see my name in bright lights! I just needed... my big break. But when I was 10 years old, I realized I had no talent whatsoever! I'm not kidding, I'm a horrible singer. But my lack of talent didn't keep me away from my love for music. Over the years I have been to dozens of live concerts and have bought numerous Cd's. Yes, I still buy Cd's. One of my all-time musical crushes is Continue Reading
What The Walking Dead Has Taught Me About The Zombie Apocalypse
My husband & I rarely watch television. During the week there doesn't seem like enough time to watch a evening sitcom or drama. I spend my weeknights cooking, cleaning, spending time with my family, and prepping for the next workday. That's one of the reasons why I love weekend television. I can watch television while catching up while doing laundry or waiting for my recently cleaned floors to dry. Exciting right? Another reason I love weekend television is The Walking Dead which airs on Continue Reading
Top 6 Emergency Travel Essentials
Packing for a family trip can be stressful. Whether the trip is for a weekend or a full week, every family must have basic essentials within reach. I am currently planing a short weekend trip to Florida. Although I’m not leaving the Gulf Coast area, I need to make sure I have certain items handy. One thing on my mind is safety & emergency planning. I will be making this trip without my husband & children. While some might think this sort of trip would be liberating, for me it’s mostly about Continue Reading
Tot Friendly City Travel
Traveling with the kids can be stressful wherever you are, but when you've got the hustle and bustle of the city to contend with, too, it can be even more challenging. In this article from Passsmart, we share some tips to traveling in the city with the tots in tow. From the transport to take to how to keep them occupied, we'll help you to tackle the crowds and have a great trip. Avoiding the rush You'll need to plan your journey carefully when it comes to taking kids to the city. Continue Reading
I #LuvSoFab!! Video Entry For Sponsorship to #SoFabCon #Cbias
I started my blog over 4 years ago with the intent of creating an online journal. While writing and documenting my adventures in life, I realized a few things in the process. 1. People were reading. 2. I was enjoying the process. 3. I started to find the connection between myself as the blogger and my readers. That connection is something that many have difficulty understand & conveying to their readers. Sometimes a Brand will reach out and ask: What makes me different? How do I stand Continue Reading
She Shoots & Scores! Grab & Go at Walgreens #SnackMadness
It's Friday night & I just got off of of work. Although I'm so excited that the weekend is here, I'm also thinking of all the chores that need to get done. Being a busy mother means we have to fine ways that can save us time & money in my everyday life. Walgreens was my late night stop that evening. I brought my almost 13 yr old with me to pick up some of the items I needed to host a last minute get together at my house. Although I have a ton of chores this weekend, I'll also be watching Continue Reading
Brandcation: DESTINation Looking for Sponsors!
I am so excited to announce that I will be attending Brandcation 5: DESTINation. This event will take in the beautiful Emerald Grande in Destin, Florida May 9th -May 12th, 2013 and being hosted by Momdot & Brandfluential. This is a smaller event with 40 female bloggers in attendance. We will be spending 3 fun-filled days visiting and highlighting the Destin, Emerald Coast region as well as learning more about specific brands in place for our Blogger Event. Do you want to learn how your Continue Reading
The Happiest 5K on Earth: The Color Run™
National Geographic, Time Magazine, Wall Street Journal, The Huffington Post and more are all writing about The Color Run™. If your not familiar with The Color Run™, it is the largest 5k paint event in the world. The Color Run visited over 50 cities last year with close to 600,000 participants which is unbelievable amount since their very first event was held in January of 2012. They plan to make 2013 a stellar year, launching over 100 events with an estimated one million participants. A million Continue Reading
What Makes You 2x’s Stronger? #AngelSoft
Let's face it, being a woman is hard. We make tough important choices every day of every year. The choice to go back to work was a very challenging decision my family & I made. I remember going back to work full-time after being a SAHM for several years. I was excited about the new adventure ahead for me, but very sad at the same time. I would miss my kids. I needed them, just like they needed me. I wanted to be home, but the economy was making a sudden downturn and I was afraid & worried about Continue Reading