Jeanne Rougelot
Jeanne is a proud Westbanker and wife, full time working parent, and middle child. She and her insanely handsome husband of 20 years have 2 daughters, aged 15 and 7.
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. She is a passionate advocate for Ovarian Cancer Awareness.
Using YouTube to Calm Down :: The Weirder the Better!
According to my exhaustive Google searches, about 57% of Americans say that they are stressed about their mental health, with 72% of adults experiencing additional health impacts due to stress. Chronic stress is linked...
Safety Tips for Carnival That You Need to Know!
Safety Tips for Carnival That You Need to Know!
I have been very lucky of late to experience Carnival season in a way that not many people are able - "in" the parade, but not...
“American Nightmare” on Netflix … True Crime That Seems Unreal
If you know a woman who can recite all the lyrics to "Ice, Ice Baby," knows how to put film (it's this stuff that... never mind) in a camera, and is constantly searching for...
I’m Not Everyone’s Cup Of Tea … And That’s Ok
I'm Not Everyone's Cup Of Tea...And That's Ok
It's happened several times, so I can usually feel it coming on. Someone in my presence wrinkles their nose when I come around. Or they conveniently leave...
When It Comes to Gifts, Inexpensive Does Not Have to Mean Impersonal
I always cringe when I hear someone say: "Money is too tight, I can't give anything this year." If you're reading this, likely on an electronic device, chances are very good that if you...
My Childhood Priest Was Sentenced This Summer :: What I Said To Him When...
My Childhood Priest Was Sentenced This Summer :: What I Said To Him When I Saw Him
Over the summer, my sister sent me a link to a NOLA.com article. It was detailing the conviction...
Smalls Sliders is Coming to New Orleans {What’s the Big Deal?!}
What's the BIG deal? Smalls Sliders!
If you've been living under a shipping container, maybe you haven't heard the news about the newest quick-service franchise to hit the area, featuring smaller than average hamburgers (sliders)...
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...