I am participating as a blogger ambassador for the Plenti program, operated by American Express. It’s official! School is out for summer and the kids (plus my hubby who is a teacher) are in full celebration mode. My husband spent last week getting our new pool set up and ready for this past Memorial Day … Read more
I find a lot of great fashion ideas by perusing Pinterest in my spare time, but which of these trends is right for me? At 38, I feel like I am in between sections of most department stores and not sure if, at almost 40, I should be a part of some of the latest … Read more
Now that the weather is changing, it’s time to put away the heavy sweaters and coats and replace them my spring essentials, NOLA style! Here in Southeast Louisiana, we really only have two seasons: winter and summer. We immediately swap out our winter coats for summer’s coolest flip flops and tank tops. But what about … Read more
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending a Macy’s Culinary Council cooking demonstration right here in New Orleans. After the event, my loving husband says, “Why don’t you go share with the Chefs your recipe for ice.” Yep. That about sums it up. Me at a cooking demo? Believe it or not, I have … Read more
There are a few things that are a given on Thanksgiving Day in my home. I will eat turkey. My husband will watch football. I will eat more turkey (and some chocolate pie). We will all watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade! As far back as I can remember, I have watched the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day … Read more
Last week, I had to run to the grocery store for a few staple items. It was a quick trip and I was in a hurry, so I threw on some sweatpants and an old tshirt and I was out the door. While running threw the aisles looking for granola bars, it actually did cross … Read more