Ana
Raising a Bilingual Child: A Priceless Gift
Being raised in a home speaking a foreign language and practicing different customs has brought bountiful enjoyment in my life. However, let's just say it was challenging at times while growing up. My name...
Seminar for Parents Considering a New Construction Project
When: October 12, 2013 (10:30-11:30am)
Where: CCs Coffee Shop - Conference Room at 2800 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119
Why: Are you a parent considering expanding, renovating or constructing a new building for your business or...
Raising a Daredevil: Surviving your First Son
As I pause for a couple of minutes to jot some notes, I see my son, also known as the youngest daredevil in the world, out of the corner of my eye. He is...
Celebrating Grandparent’s Day: Honoring their Role in our Children’s Lives
Every December I create our new family calendar for the upcoming year. Among the important dates to include alongside Mardi Gras, St. Patrick's Day and Jazz Fest, is Grandparent's Day. Celebrated the Sunday following Labor...
My Two Natural Childbirth Experiences
Last Thursday I found myself at the red light on the corner of South Carrollton and Palmetto. As I glanced around, I saw the new wholesale complex being completed whose doors open in mid...
10 Secrets to Share with the Mother to Be {from the archives}
A couple of weekends ago I attended a typical New Orleans baby shower for a cousin. The mother-to-be looked radiant in her brilliant blue dress, there were fleur de lis embossed blue mints, napoleons...
The “Perfect” Age for Motherhood? Survey Says…
Late last month I officially entered my mid 30s. I was looking forward to this day much like a trip to the DMV. In addition, two gentlemen, not much younger than I, referred to...
Family Road Trip or Bust: Preparing for a Long Drive with Kids
I was ecstatic the day I received THE call from one of my sisters that she was engaged! After the excitement wore off, the wedding details started to emerge. The ceremony was to be...
10 Secrets to Share with the Mother-To-Be
A couple of weekends ago I attended a typical New Orleans baby shower for a cousin. The mother-to-be looked radiant in her brilliant blue dress, there were fleur de lis embossed blue mints, napoleons...
A Confession of a Fantasy that Began a Thousand Miles Away: Preparing for a...
I have a confession to make. Since the moment my husband and I decided that our move back to New Orleans was a done deal, I have been fantasizing about a feeling. More like...
Introducing Ana ~ Architect, Stroller Pushing Mother of Two and Makin’ Groceries Expert
As native New Orleanians, my husband and I are proud to call NOLA home once again. For "school" I went to Mount Carmel Academy and even completed my degree in architecture in New Orleans,...