Erika Lockhart
My name is Erika Lockhart and I am married to my husband, Chris. We have two children - Zane (7) and Finnley (2). We also have one 4 – legged child - Nelson a mixed breed rescue and a tarantula named Twitch. I was born and raised in Harvey, LA but now live in Metairie. I am a full time employee for a healthcare consulting company where I lead the Primary Care Provider engagement efforts from my home office here in NOLA. My husband is the owner and director of Clockwork Performance - A strength and performance gym in Kenner, LA. Odd facts about me - I love watching Judge Judy, I want to be on jury duty as much as possible, I have an obsession with mayonnaise and my dream job is to be a private investigator!
Why TikTok Should Be Banned for Everyone but Us Mommas
Why TikTok Should Be Banned for Everyone but Us Mommas
The clock is ticking for TikTok, literally. Well, sort of. The rumor around town is that the Senate is trying to ban TikTok. What is...
2024 Guide to Summer Fun in New Orleans
There are so many things to do with kids in New Orleans this summer! Below are over 100 of our favorite ideas for every budget, interest and age for entertaining kids in New Orleans....
My First Choice for Summer Camp :: First Tee!
Author Note: This post is not sponsored - our family loves First Tee and wanted to share about what it has done for our son.
My First Choice for Summer Camp :: First Tee!
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Hidden Gem :: MOVE Studio
My mom put me in dance class at the ripe age of 18 months, just to get me socialized since I was ATTACHED to her hip. Needless to say, I loved it because I...
Lordy, Lordy, Look Who’s Forty :: Metry Cocktail Venues for 80’s Babies
Lordy, Lordy, Look Who's Forty :: Metry Cocktail Venues for 80's Babies
Lordy, Lordy, Look Who's Forty...
Not me. Yet. But close!
Now that most of the 80's kids have kids who are a little older, we...
Dear Fellow Traveling-Working Moms
Dear Fellow Traveling-Working Moms
Life as a working mom is hard enough. Regardless of what the naysayers say, studies have shown that it is the equivalent of having two full time jobs. TWO! Add in...
40 Things I Just Simply Don’t Understand
40 Things I Just Simply Don't Understand
There are things in life I would like to understand, but probably never will. I recently asked my Facebook friends for their opinions: what are things that occur...
Your Guide on Where to Donate Children’s Clothes, Toys and Books in New Orleans
Do you purge your home after Christmas? Do you want to declutter your home? Does your kid(s) have so many items that they either do not fit in, play with or read anymore? This...
Your Next Adventure :: Game On Social Hub
Your Next Adventure :: Game On Social Hub
I recently attended one of my son's classmate's party which took place a the brand new entertainment center, called Game On Social Hub. It is located at...
Confession :: I Am a Salad Dressing Snob
Confession :: I Am a Salad Dressing Snob
Every time we go out to eat at a restaurant, my husband begs me not to ask this one question:
"Are your salad dressings homemade?"
Sorry, not sorry! A...
Not So Fetch :: My Review of the New ‘Mean Girls’
Not So Fetch: My Review of Mean Girls (the Musical)
Yes. You read that right. Mean Girls 2024 is a MUSICAL. I had not seen much about the new movie only that a few familiar...
Gypsy Rose Blanchard :: Captive Since 1991
Gypsy Rose Blanchard :: Captive Since 1991
If you look up the definition of a gypsy, you will see that it is defined as a "free - spirited person.” Gypsy Rose Blanchard has never had...
After Christmas in New Orleans
After Christmas in New Orleans
When Christmas is over, most people are left feeling sad, down and depressed. But in New Orleans, the end of Christmas means the beginning of CARNIVAL SEASON!
I am not a...
I Am The Ghost of My Christmas Past :: My Santa List Now VS...
Remember when you were younger and your parents would say "All I want for Christmas is kids who get along" or "All I want for Christmas is for help with the chores?"
I. Get. It....