Jaime Mackey
Originally from Florida, Jaime has lived in Southern Louisiana for most of her life (so, that makes her a local, right?). She currently resides on the Northshore with her husband and son and teaches high school English. An enneagram 5, you'll most likely find her doing hot yoga solo, on her phone researching a random topic or sitting in the comfort of her home with coffee and a book within an arm's reach.
Too Much to Do, So I’ll Just Do Nothing
I'm sitting on the couch, doing absolutely nothing.
Not watching TV, looking at my phone, or reading a book. I’m just staring at the wall.
But here's the kicker -- I have a boat load to...
I Don’t Love Valentine’s Day
It's getting to be that time of year again -- red hearts, boxes of chocolates, giant stuffed animals, dozens and dozens of roses, jewelry, candlelit dinners.
Valentine's Day.
The ultimate holiday for every happy couple to...
Read More Books (Tips When You Have No Time or Energy)
Last year I read 50 books -- that's right, 5-0. I set a goal to read that many, and I reached it. Whether you're hoping to finish 1 book this year, or 50+ like...
Christmas is Over … Now, Recycle That Tree!
Why You Should Recycle Your Tree
Recycling your Christmas tree directly impacts our state! Each year, Louisiana loses miles of coastal wetlands. By recycling your tree, you help provide a natural fence of trees that slows...
What You Need to Know Before You KonMari Your Home
If you haven't already read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo, you have at least heard of it. Something brings you joy - keep it; if it doesn't - throw it...
Everything You Need to Know About Capsule Wardrobes
Before I tell you about my experience with a capsule wardrobe, I think it would be "fitting" for me to introduce myself. I am a night owl--NOT a morning person--who has to leave the...
Reasons Why I am Teaching My Toddler How to Cook
Reasons Why I am Teaching My Toddler How to Cook
My favorite part of the day is cooking dinner. No, really. It is. There's just something about preparing a meal for my family that relaxes...
3 Reasons I am Convinced My House is Haunted
3 Reasons I am Convinced My House is Haunted
"There's a spooky ghost in there!"
Those are the words that came out of my barely three-year-old's mouth months ago. As much as I would love to...
I’m Putting a Stop to Running on Empty
I'm Putting a Stop to Running on Empty
Not too long ago I was scrolling through Facebook and came across an article about tired moms. Well, the exact wording was "Signs You're Burnt Out as...
Messy Room, Happy Mama
I like things clean and in their place. In fact, when I'm stressed that's the first thing to happen - I start to clean. I like to have the floors vacuumed and mopped at...
5 YouTube Channels You’ll Wish Your Kid Never Found
I have a confession to make. At the ripe age of three, my child has watched YouTube videos. In my defense, I limit the amount of screen time he gets, and he only has...
How to Prepare Your Pet for Hurricane Season
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Purina. Purina helps respond to natural disasters in the United States that seriously disrupts the functioning of communities causing animals harm and distress. In the United States...
No, You Don’t Need to Share to Have a Happy Marriage
What's Yours is Mine, and What's Mine is Yours
If you've ever heard the saying "what's mine is yours and what's yours is mine," you probably heard it connected with some form of marital advice....
5 Things Introverted Moms Want You to Know
There's been talk about introverted children with extroverted moms. But, what about introverted moms?
Does anyone else feel like they are part of the silent minority, sitting off to the side, away from the group,...