Here in Southeast Louisiana, we are all confused. Is it Spring? Is it Winter? The temperature has been so inconsistent that most of us are suffering from allergy symptoms that we normally do not see in January. Even my azalea bushes are in bloom! Despite the negative, we are thoroughly enjoying the warmer temperatures which … Read more
Since 2009, I have often joked that I have more children than I really do…specifically, daughters. My daughter Emily, now 7, received her first American Girl Doll in ’09 and has played with her so much that she has become another member of the family. Rebecca comes everywhere with us. A year later, we added the 2010 Girl of … Read more
Here in South Louisiana, you can be in flip-flops and a tee shirt one day, and bundled up in your heaviest coat the next. Even more challenging are days that start out freezing and by lunchtime, you’re a puddle of sweat. It’s essential to have easy pieces to layer that will keep you warm without … Read more
I am generally not a “resolution” person. In fact, I rarely make New Year’s Resolutions because I am not a fan of failure. Maybe that’s not a very optimistic outlook, but I need more motivation for success than just a new year upon us. This year? I have a renewed sense of motivation. Why, you … Read more
In all honesty, I have led a pretty wonderful life. My parents are awesome. I got to attend college. I married my high school sweetheart. I landed my dream job. I have two wonderful kids. Not that I am bragging. So when Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005, the storm did more than destroy my City. … Read more
A long time ago (longer than I care to admit), I took a field trip with my 6th grade class to the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. I remember being given a sample of “space food” as a souvenir. My friends and I opened to package on the way home and tried the ice cream. … Read more