Jeanne Rougelot
Jeanne is a proud Westbanker and inordinately blessed wife, full time working parent, and middle child. She and her insanely handsome husband of 15 years have 2 daughters, aged 11 and 2.
Her hobbies include cake decorating, reading, devouring movies, and slowly turning into her mother.
When they are not patronizing local restaurants, she and her family enjoy driving around to take in the surroundings of their home, from Lafitte to Folsom, and all points in between.
Jeanne has contributed her time and skills to a number of organizations, including WRBH Reading for the Blind, and the Jefferson Chorale.
She celebrates the seasons in true New Orleans style - Easter champagne brunch, summertime snoball, Saints game day Abita, and Celebration in the Oaks with a flask.
March 13, 2020 :: The Day We Went Home and Didn’t Come Back
It's cliche to say, but March 13, 2020, pretty much started out like any other day. We got our kids ready for school, dropped them off, and went to work. There was a fair...
I’m Less Than Thrilled About the “Splash Mountain” Re-Vamp for a Different Reason
These incendiary views on water rides reflect the opinions and beliefs of the individual writer, NOT the New Orleans Mom owners or staff as a whole. If you disagree with this passionate stance, please...
In Defense of “Popcorn Ceilings” … Yes, Really
Every time you tune in to the DIY Network or some other channel dedicated to home improvement, you're bound to hear it.
"Well, the FIRST thing we have to do is get rid of these...
Best Valentine Day Celebration Ever :: The Fast Food Trifecta
I'm just not into Valentine's Day.
There, I said it. Never have been. Don't get me wrong, I love the decor, the candy, the conversation hearts, and the general atmosphere of love and togetherness. It's...
Pucker Up, Buttercup :: 5 Great Lip Colors
Ah, I remember that fateful day. My lips were slightly chapped, and there was one of those little bins of lip balms on the counter at Gordon's of Gretna for like, 79 cents each....
Dirtbag Soundtrack: 5 Song Flashbacks from Our Misspent Youth
The noblest and most sought-after goal any human can attain is to live long enough that one's younger days are considered "retro."
Well, 90's teens - we're there. The "Teenage Dirtbag" trend is so strong...
I Am An Amateur Cake Decorator Part II :: Cake Mix Tips – Only...
Part II of II: Baking/Cake Mix tips from an Amateur cake decorator
In part I, I explained how I came to be a cake decorator, and how it has become more than a hobby to...
Cake Tips, Part 1: I Am an Amateur Cake Decorator
When my 14-year-old turned one (in 2009), I decided that for her party I wanted to have one of those fancy new fondant cakes we were all seeing on the Food Network Challenges. Of...
“Our Father” on Netflix … In Case You Thought YOUR Dad Was Bad
If you're looking for a true "crime" documentary that makes you say "WTH" every few minutes, look no further than "Our Father" on Netflix. It's the story of a fertility doctor, Donald Cline, who...
Timeless Advice from My Grandmother When Coping With People or Things You Don’t Like
I don’t like everyone.
I’m just not one of those people! I have tried to be one of them in the past. I give people chances, I swallow bad first impressions, pride, and unfortunate mutual...
What Your Favorite Nearby Coffee Shop Choice Says About You
We are lucky enough to live in one of the most significant coffee meccas in the country, but how do we choose where to go? One could argue that your choice is based on...
Girl, Get You Some Jumper Cables
When I drove into the parking spot at the drug store, I saw the older gentleman struggling with his car. I turned off my engine, got out of my vehicle, and made it halfway...
Money Tips for Broke Chicks: Digging Yourself Out of a Financial Rut
During my evacuation from Ida, safely ensconced in a hotel room almost 200 miles from New Orleans, I ran the gamut of emotions. Concern, of course; stress - naturally … but I also felt...
Sticking with My “Starter House”
I remember so clearly when my Paw Paw was helping my husband and me move into our modest 3 bedroom ranch style home on the Westbank, way back in March of 2005. (Yep, THAT...