Game Day! Nothing brings more excitement to our neighborhood than game-day. We are known in Louisiana for our elaborate tailgating / football parties and of course FOOD! Food is shared among family and friends throughout the day and cooking is done the day before or first thing in the morning. Baton Rouge offers a unique game-day atmosphere with it’s strong traditions and community spirit. I've partnered with Old El Paso™ … [Read more...]
Albertsons Goes Peanuts with The Peanuts Movie
I have always enjoyed sharing childhood memories with my boys, whether it's family memories, candy, a song, movies or characters... nostalgic conversations always take me back in time. As parents, we often find ourselves recalling a fond memory and wishing we could recapture that moment and we often do through our children. The Peanuts are one of those rare and special childhood gifts that we get to share with our own … [Read more...]
Summer Bike Safety with PreK12 Plaza
This is part of a sponsored collaboration with the PreK12Plaza. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Like most parents, I constantly worry over the safety and well being of my children. With four very active boys, I feel like I am forever yelling out for them to be careful, watch what they are doing, concentrate on the task at hand, get off, don't throw, don't jump, stop running or put on your … [Read more...]
Raising culturally aware children
It's a lovely thought to think that we might be able to raise colorblind children and never have a need to discuss race relations. Unfortunately, children do not grow up colorblind. Teaching children the value of diversity and cultural awareness is crucial. We can't afford to put aside discussions about race with our children. I’m not talking about “We are all equal in Gods eyes" or "Under the skin, we're all the … [Read more...]
Sausage Creole Penne Pasta
My oldest loves to cook, he's 14 and in the last year he has come a long way in the kitchen. He is at a stage where he actually enjoys cooking more than I do, so I get him in the kitchen whenever possible. The kitchen is the heart of the home, the place our family seems to hang out the most during meals and or when meals are being prepared. So it's a win-win to the get the kiddos in the kitchen! Hamburger Helper® is … [Read more...]
Multisensory Development for Baby – SO MUCH MORE™ with JOHNSON’S®
Disclosure: I attended an event on behalf of JOHNSON’S® to explore the science behind healthy baby development, JOHNSON’S® provided me with travel in exchange for my coverage of the event. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed herein are my own. I recently had the opportunity to attend JOHNSON'S® first global campaign, SO MUCH MORE™, to explore the science behind healthy baby development. In a short two hours I … [Read more...]
Another Year for Thee
The past year has been full of blessings, trials and more blessings. Family, home and work have all been touched by God's loving hand in a very tangible way. I'm excited to continue the journey, I'm thankful for the wonderful people he has put in my life and look forward to the many doors he will open in 2015! Each new year brings with it a fresh new start, as does each new day! Every day offers us the opportunity to … [Read more...]
RACK – Random Acts of Christmas Kindness
Tis’ the season to get into the holiday spirit! We are RACKing up Random Acts of Christmas Kindness this season and we would love for you to join us! We are spreading the joy of the holidays by performing a Random Act of Christmas Kindness each day throughout the month of December. This is the perfect way to enjoy the true reason for the season… family, togetherness, loving and giving! Kindness Breeds More Kindness The … [Read more...]
#LATISM14 Takeaways: Raising caring kids, social good & family values.
The LATISM {Latino’s in Tech Innovation and Social Media} conference in Anaheim gave us another weekend filled with inspiring conversations, sessions and panels that focused on health, tech, supporting causes, being a voice for the voiceless and raising caring, compassionate children. LATISM is the largest organization for Latinos and Latinas engaged in social media. Its mission is to empower the Latino community in … [Read more...]
Health Goals for women and Children – #MDG456Live
For more than 125 years, Johnson & Johnson has advanced the health and well-being of women, children and families around the world. I'm excited to share that I have been chosen to be one of 13 Johnson & Johnson Social Influencers for Social Good. As a JnJ Social Good Influencer, I will share many of the things that I have been sharing for the past few years, topics surrounding maternal, neonatal & women's … [Read more...]
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