Food & Travel

Caramel Soaked French Toast Recipe
1 Comment April 28, 2013
My favorite thing to do on the weekends or for a special holiday is to make a big family breakfast. With the weekday mornings so busy, I usually opt for something quick and easy. But on … [Read More...]

Next vacation stop: The M-I-S-S-I-S-S-I-P-P-I Gulf Coast
Leave a Comment April 15, 2013
From the beach to the golf course and back seaside for the local cuisine–there is something for everyone in the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It’s what many call “the new South” -an … [Read More...]
Fitness & Health

Eat Healthy With Your Kids: National Nutrition Month
1 CommentMarch 19, 2013
Do you find yourself snacking on your child's Happy Meal or dipping in the kids' cookie jar? Well trade in that chocolate chip cookie for something healthier this month. March is … [Read More...]

The Other Side of A Cancer Diagnosis
6 CommentsJanuary 28, 2013
It's been a hell of a six weeks over at the Jonesie household. Six weeks ago, a … [Read More...]
Motherhood & More

How to Earn Money Blogging: TJMS Nikki Woods Edition
Leave a CommentMay 19, 2013
Blogging has really opened up many doors for me and recently that door included an interview with Nikki Woods, Tom Joyner Morning Show contributor and producer. During the 10 minute interview I had a chance to share … [Read More...]

The Perfect Girlfriend Getaway for Moms {Giveaway!}
37 CommentsMay 15, 2013
Most moms meticulously plan the family summer vacation. But before the summer fully kicks in and we're all busy balancing work, keeping the kids entertained at home, or the summer camp schedule, take some time to plan a … [Read More...]

What Parents Can Teach Their Children From Cleveland Kidnapping – With News Segment!
12 CommentsMay 10, 2013
I've been glued to the television for the last few days since news broke that the three women held captive for ten years were rescued. At first I was intrigued by the fact that my hometown of Cleveland was on national TV. But … [Read More...]

Screen-Free Week: Turn Off the Screen & Turn On Life {Giveaway}
3 CommentsApril 11, 2013
I’ve written before about how important it is for moms to unplug and unwind at least for one day of the week. Or to put the phone down in the evening and focus on home, yourself, or your family. Now it's time to talk … [Read More...]

Hispanicize Conference: Blogging Basics & More
Leave a CommentApril 9, 2013
I'm in Miami this week speaking and attending the fourth annual Hispanicize Event in Miami, Florida. This is my second Hispanicize conference and certainly one of my favorite blogging events. Attending conferences is so … [Read More...]

Loving My Working Mom Status
4 CommentsMarch 13, 2013
For the first time in 11 years I am rid of the mommy guilt associated with being a working mom. For years I was constantly fighting my inner demons between wanting to advance my career and wanting to be home with the kids. … [Read More...]

Is Beyonce Possessed By Sasha Fierce?
28 CommentsFebruary 21, 2013
Fans and media are still buzzing about Beyonce's mind blowing Super Bowl performance that literally blew the lights out at the Budweiser Super Dome. Following her performance, I read a few articles about … [Read More...]

I am Alpha, Hear Me Roar
5 CommentsFebruary 18, 2013
Allow me to self-reflect for a moment. I've been told before that I have an alpha female personality. I never really understood or knew exactly what that meant, or whether I should consider that as a compliment. I know … [Read More...]

Mayhem Is Everywhere- Mommy Edition
Leave a CommentFebruary 5, 2013
I love finding commercials or ad campaigns that speak to me on a personal level. I've seen several of the Mayhem is Everywhere commercials by Allstate Insurance, and I was definitely liking them. … [Read More...]









